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Orocef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Orocef have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Orocef. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Orocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Orocef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Orocef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Orocef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Orocef related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Orocef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Orocef may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Orocef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Orocef 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Orocef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Orocef safely.
Is the use of Orocef safe during breastfeeding?
Orocef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Orocef on the Kidneys?
Orocef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Orocef on the Liver?
Orocef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Orocef on the Heart?
Orocef is completely safe for the heart.
Orocef 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 Orocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orocef habit forming or addictive?
Orocef does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Orocef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Orocef can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Orocef only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Orocef in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Orocef
Taking Orocef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orocef
Information about the interaction of Orocef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes Orocef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
No, you can not buy Orocef 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.
Yes, Orocef 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.
Yes, Orocef 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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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