Ocef CV 250 /62.5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ocef Cv Information

Ocef Cv is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Ocef Cv have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ocef Cv. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ocef Cv side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ocef Cv are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Ocef Cv has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ocef Cv has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ocef Cv related warnings section.

Ocef Cv is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ocef Cv contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Ocef Cv with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Ocef Cv is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Ocef Cv Benefits & Uses
Ocef Cv Dosage & How to Take
Ocef Cv Side Effects
Ocef Cv Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ocef Cv with Other Drugs
Ocef Cv Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ocef Cv
Ocef Cv Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ocef Cv Benefits & Uses

Ocef Cv is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Throat Infection
Gonorrhea
Ear Infection
Impetigo

Ocef Cv 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 250 mg cefuroxime and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Ocef Cv Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ocef Cv is used -

Mild

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Vaginal inflammation

Ocef Cv Related Warnings

Is the use of Ocef Cv safe for pregnant women?

Ocef Cv is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ocef Cv safe during breastfeeding?

Ocef Cv is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ocef Cv on the Kidneys?

Ocef Cv rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ocef Cv on the Liver?

Ocef Cv does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ocef Cv on the Heart?

Ocef Cv is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ocef Cv with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Allopurinol

Ocef Cv Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Ocef Cv

Is this Ocef Cv habit forming or addictive?

Ocef Cv is not addictive in nature.

Ocef Cv Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ocef Cv

Some foods when eaten with Ocef Cv can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ocef Cv

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ocef Cv and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Ocef Cv

Question about 5 years ago

Does Ocef Cv affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ocef Cv might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ocef Cv help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ocef Cv can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Ocef Cv?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Ocef Cv is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Ocef Cv treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ocef Cv can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Ocef Cv without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Ocef Cv is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.