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Gramocef is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gramocef have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gramocef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gramocef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Gramocef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gramocef is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gramocef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gramocef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gramocef contraindications section.
Besides this, Gramocef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gramocef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gramocef 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Gramocef safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Gramocef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Gramocef safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Gramocef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gramocef on the Kidneys?
Gramocef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gramocef on the Liver?
Gramocef has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gramocef on the Heart?
Gramocef is completely safe for the heart.
Gramocef 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 Gramocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gramocef habit forming or addictive?
Gramocef does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gramocef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gramocef can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gramocef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gramocef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gramocef
Taking Gramocef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gramocef
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gramocef with alcohol.
Yes, you can use Gramocef 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.
Avoid taking Gramocef with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Gramocef does not help in preventing cold, because a 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.
Occasionally Gramocef can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Rarely Gramocef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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