Scorcef 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Scorcef Benefits & Uses

Scorcef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Scorcef 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Scorcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Scorcef safe for pregnant women?

Scorcef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Scorcef safe during breastfeeding?

Scorcef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Scorcef on the Kidneys?

Scorcef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Scorcef on the Liver?

Scorcef does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Scorcef on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Scorcef for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Scorcef with Other Drugs

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

Scorcef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Scorcef

Is this Scorcef habit forming or addictive?

Scorcef does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Scorcef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Scorcef can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Scorcef only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Scorcef in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Scorcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Scorcef

It is safe to take Scorcef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Scorcef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Scorcef

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Scorcef?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Scorcef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Scorcef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Scorcef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Scorcef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Scorcef 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Scorcef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Scorcef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Scorcef cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Scorcef does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Scorcef.