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Tocef O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Tocef O also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Tocef O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tocef O have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Tocef O 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, Tocef O's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tocef O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tocef O is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tocef O are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Tocef O may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Tocef O, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Tocef O 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
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Is the use of Tocef O safe for pregnant women?
Tocef O may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tocef O, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tocef O safe during breastfeeding?
Tocef O can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Tocef O on the Kidneys?
Tocef O rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tocef O on the Liver?
Tocef O may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Tocef O on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Tocef O on the heart have been reported.
Tocef O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tocef O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tocef O habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tocef O has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Tocef O
When consumed with certain foods, Tocef O may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tocef O
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tocef O as it can have severe side effects.
Rarely Tocef O can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Tocef O can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Tocef O 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.
Tocef O can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Tocef O 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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