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Uricef is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Uricef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Uricef 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 Uricef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Uricef safely.
Is the use of Uricef safe during breastfeeding?
Uricef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Uricef on the Kidneys?
Uricef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Uricef on the Liver?
Uricef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Uricef on the Heart?
Uricef is completely safe for the heart.
Uricef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Uricef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Uricef habit forming or addictive?
Uricef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Uricef can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Uricef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Uricef in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Uricef
You can take Uricef with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Uricef
Uricef and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.
Yes, Uricef might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Uricef is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
No Uricef does not cause dizziness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Uricef is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Yes, Uricef can be taken with tylenol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Uricef on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
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 299-300
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)