Rocef: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rocef Information

Rocef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Rocef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rocef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Rocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rocef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Rocef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Rocef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Rocef are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Rocef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Rocef Benefits & Uses

Rocef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Rocef 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

Rocef Side Effects

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

Rocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Rocef safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Rocef safe during breastfeeding?

Rocef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Rocef on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Rocef on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Rocef on the Heart?

Rocef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rocef with Other Drugs

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

Rocef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Rocef

Is this Rocef habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Rocef 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?

No, Rocef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Rocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rocef

You can take Rocef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rocef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rocef with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rocef

Question about 5 years ago

Does Rocef affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rocef 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 over 5 years ago

Does Rocef affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Rocef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Rocef an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rocef is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Rocef?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Rocef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rocef cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Rocef has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.