Ornicef Tablet

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Ornicef Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 182
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 182
132 people have bought this recently

Ornicef Information

Ornicef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ornicef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Ornicef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

While these are the most often observed Ornicef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ornicef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Ornicef's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ornicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ornicef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ornicef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Ornicef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ornicef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Ornicef Benefits & Uses

Ornicef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ornicef 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: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult
  • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Ornicef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ornicef safe for pregnant women?


    Ornicef may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ornicef again without your doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Ornicef safe during breastfeeding?


    Ornicef may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ornicef, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ornicef.

  • What is the effect of Ornicef on the Kidneys?


    Ornicef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Ornicef on the Liver?


    Ornicef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Ornicef on the Heart?


    You can take Ornicef without any fear of damage to the heart.



Severe Interaction of Ornicef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Ornicef Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ornicef

  • Is this Ornicef habit forming or addictive?


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

Ornicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ornicef


    It is safe to take Ornicef with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ornicef


    Taking Ornicef with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.



Frequently asked Questions about Ornicef

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ornicef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ornicef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ornicef cause stomach upset?

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

Yes, [medicine] 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ornicef with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Ornicef can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Ornicef over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Ornicef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ornicef with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ornicef 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839



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