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Cepotin is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Cepotin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cepotin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cepotin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cepotin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cepotin is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cepotin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cepotin related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cepotin contraindications section.
Besides this, Cepotin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cepotin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cepotin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Cepotin safe for pregnant women?
Cepotin rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Cepotin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Cepotin. Immediately discontinue Cepotin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Cepotin on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cepotin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cepotin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cepotin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cepotin on the Heart?
Cepotin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cepotin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cepotin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cepotin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cepotin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cepotin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Cepotin is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cepotin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cepotin
It is safe to take Cepotin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cepotin
Information about the interaction of Cepotin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Cepotin can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Discontinuing Cepotin in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can use Cepotin to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Cepotin does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
Yes, Cepotin can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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