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

Oratil Information

Oratil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Oratil have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Oratil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Oratil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oratil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Oratil has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oratil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Oratil have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Oratil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Oratil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Oratil Benefits & Uses

Oratil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oratil 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

Oratil Side Effects

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

Oratil Related Warnings

Is the use of Oratil safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Oratil without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Oratil safe during breastfeeding?

Oratil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Oratil on the Kidneys?

Oratil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oratil on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Oratil on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Oratil on the Heart?

Using Oratil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Oratil with Other Drugs

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

Oratil Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Oratil

Is this Oratil habit forming or addictive?

Oratil is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oratil can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Oratil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Oratil for mental disorders.

No

Oratil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oratil

You can take Oratil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oratil

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Oratil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Oratil

Question over 5 years ago

Does Oratil cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Oratil help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oratil can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Oratil treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oratil can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Oratil cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Oratil does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Oratil. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Oratil?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Oratil is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.