Novacef 500 Mg Tablet (10): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Novacef Information

Novacef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Novacef have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Novacef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Novacef as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Novacef 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, Novacef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Novacef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Novacef related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Novacef contraindications section.

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

You should also be aware that Novacef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Novacef Benefits & Uses
Novacef Dosage & How to Take
Novacef Side Effects
Novacef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Novacef with Other Drugs
Novacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Novacef
Novacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Novacef Benefits & Uses

Novacef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Novacef 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Novacef Side Effects

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

Novacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Novacef safe for pregnant women?

Novacef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Novacef safe during breastfeeding?

Novacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Novacef on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Novacef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Novacef on the Liver?

Using Novacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Novacef on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Novacef with Other Drugs

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

Novacef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Novacef

Is this Novacef habit forming or addictive?

Novacef is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Novacef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Novacef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Novacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Novacef

Taking Novacef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Novacef

Information about the interaction of Novacef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Novacef

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Novacef with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Novacef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Novacef affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Novacef treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Novacef cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Novacef.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Novacef with ibuprofen?

Yes, Novacef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.