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Cepo 50 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Cepo 50 Mg Tablet include Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cepo 50 Mg Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cepo 50 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cepo 50 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Cepo 50 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cepo 50 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cepo 50 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Is the use of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Cepo in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Cepo in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Cepo on kidneys.
What is the effect of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Cepo on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Cepo 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Information about safety of Cepo for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Cepo 50 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cepo 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cepo 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cepo 50 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cepo 50 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cepo 50 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cepo 50 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cepo 50 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Cepo 50 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cepo 50 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cepo 50 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
Occasionally, Cepo can cause drug-induced 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.
Discontinuing Cepo in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Cepo does not help in preventing cold, because 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.
Cepo can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Cepo is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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