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Wavocef Benefits & Uses

Wavocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Wavocef 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Wavocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Wavocef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Wavocef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Wavocef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Wavocef as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Wavocef on the Kidneys?

Wavocef rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Wavocef on the Liver?

Wavocef is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Wavocef on the Heart?

Wavocef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Wavocef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Wavocef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Wavocef

Is this Wavocef habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Wavocef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Wavocef can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Wavocef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Wavocef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Wavocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Wavocef

Taking Wavocef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Wavocef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Wavocef

Question over 5 years ago

Can Wavocef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Wavocef can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Wavocef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Wavocef 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Wavocef?

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

Do not self-administer Wavocef. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case 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

How long can I safely take Wavocef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Wavocef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Wavocef help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Wavocef does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.