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Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection 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.
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Is the use of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Powercef S has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Powercef S may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Powercef S, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Powercef S.
What is the effect of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Powercef S may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Powercef S can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Powercef S is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection
It is safe to take Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Powercef S 1500 Mg Injection with alcohol will be.
Powercef S does not help in preventing cold, because 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.
Powercef S and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Powercef S is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Powercef S can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Discontinuing Powercef S in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
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