Olcefone 50 Mg Dry Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olcefone Information

Olcefone, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Olcefone has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olcefone. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Olcefone have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Olcefone 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.

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

Other contraindications of Olcefone have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Olcefone have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Olcefone Benefits & Uses

Olcefone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Olcefone 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	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 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: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Olcefone Related Warnings

Is the use of Olcefone safe for pregnant women?

Olcefone is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Olcefone safe during breastfeeding?

Olcefone is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Olcefone on the Kidneys?

Olcefone rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Olcefone on the Liver?

Olcefone is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Olcefone on the Heart?

Using Olcefone does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Olcefone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Olcefone Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Olcefone

Is this Olcefone habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Olcefone is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Olcefone only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Olcefone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Olcefone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olcefone

It is safe to take Olcefone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Olcefone

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Olcefone with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Olcefone

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Olcefone with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olcefone can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Olcefone?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Olcefone can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Olcefone safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Olcefone is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Olcefone good for tooth infection?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Olcefone can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Olcefone without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Olcefone is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.