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Odicef O is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet, Drops, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Odicef O have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Odicef O is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Odicef O can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Odicef O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Odicef O is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Odicef O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Odicef O related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Odicef O are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Odicef O with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Odicef O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Odicef O is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Odicef O is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Odicef O safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Odicef O safely.
Is the use of Odicef O safe during breastfeeding?
Odicef O is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Odicef O on the Kidneys?
Odicef O rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Odicef O on the Liver?
Odicef O is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Odicef O on the Heart?
Odicef O is not harmful for the heart.
Odicef O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Odicef O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Odicef O habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Odicef O has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Odicef O you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Odicef O is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Odicef O in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Odicef O
You can take Odicef O with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Odicef O
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Odicef O with alcohol.
Odicef O 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.
Yes Odicef O is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Yes, Odicef O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Odicef O is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Avoid taking Odicef O with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience