Vepan 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Vepan 500 Tablet Information

Vepan 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Vepan 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Vepan 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vepan 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vepan 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Vepan 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vepan 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Vepan 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Vepan 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vepan 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Vepan Benefits & Uses
Vepan Dosage & How to Take
Vepan Side Effects
Vepan Related Warnings
Vepan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vepan
Vepan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vepan 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Vepan 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Vepan 500 Tablet 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	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vepan 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vepan 500 Tablet is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Allergic reaction
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Angioedema
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria

Vepan 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Vepan 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Vepan safely.

Safe
Is the use of Vepan 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Vepan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Vepan 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Vepan rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Vepan 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Vepan is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Vepan 500 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Safe

Vepan 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vepan 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Vepan 500 Tablet

Is this Vepan 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Vepan 500 Tablet.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Vepan 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Vepan 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Vepan 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Vepan 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vepan 500 Tablet

You can take Vepan 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vepan 500 Tablet

You may consume alcohol while taking Vepan 500 Tablet. But caution is still important.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Vepan 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Vepan treat strep throat?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vepan can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. It can also treat tonsillitis which is inflammation of tonsils caused by the same bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes). Since Vepan is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take it by yourself.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Vepan an antibiotic?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Vepan 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Vepan cover e coli?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes Vepan covers Escherichia coli. Vepan is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Vepan work?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Vepan contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Vepan is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Vepan treat UTI?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vepan can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.