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Valcef Benefits & Uses

Valcef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Valcef 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

Valcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Valcef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Valcef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Valcef safe during breastfeeding?

Valcef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Valcef on the Kidneys?

Valcef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Valcef on the Liver?

Valcef does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Valcef on the Heart?

Using Valcef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Valcef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Valcef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Valcef

Is this Valcef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Valcef is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Valcef as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Valcef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Valcef for mental disorders.

No

Valcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Valcef

Taking Valcef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Valcef

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Valcef.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Valcef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Valcef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Valcef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Valcef for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Valcef can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Valcef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Valcef can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Valcef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Valcef is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Valcef with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Valcef and amoxicillin can be taken together, 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.