Votcef 200 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Votcef Benefits & Uses

Votcef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Votcef 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Votcef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Votcef is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Rash
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Vertigo
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Votcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Votcef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Votcef.

Mild
Is the use of Votcef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Votcef. If you see any side effects, stop taking Votcef immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Votcef again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Votcef on the Kidneys?

Votcef can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Votcef on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Votcef. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Votcef only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Votcef on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Votcef on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Votcef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Votcef Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Votcef

Is this Votcef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Votcef.

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

Votcef will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Votcef is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Votcef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Votcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Votcef

Taking Votcef with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Votcef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Votcef

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Votcef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Votcef in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Votcef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Votcef should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Votcef used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Votcef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Votcef?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Votcef is a brand name for cefpodoxime. 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 over 5 years ago

Does Votcef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Votcef 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.