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Forcef 125 Tablet

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Forcef Information

Forcef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. Other than this, Forcef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Forcef. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Forcef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Forcef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Forcef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Forcef related warnings talks about Forcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Forcef are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Forcef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Forcef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Forcef Benefits & Uses

Forcef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Forcef Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Tonsillitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Forcef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Forcef safe for pregnant women?


    Forcef is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Forcef safe during breastfeeding?


    Forcef is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Forcef on the Kidneys?


    Forcef rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Forcef on the Liver?


    Forcef is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Forcef on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Forcef for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Forcef with Other Drugs

Forcef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Forcef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Forcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Forcef

  • Is this Forcef habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Forcef.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Forcef. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Forcef only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Forcef for mental disorders.

    No

Forcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Forcef


    Taking Forcef with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Forcef


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Forcef with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Forcef

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Forcef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Forcef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Forcef cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Forcef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Forcef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 

Question about 5 years ago

Does Forcef affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Forcef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Forcef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Forcef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Forcef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Forcef on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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