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Oncef 200 Tablet DT is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Oncef 200 Tablet DT has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oncef 200 Tablet DT. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oncef 200 Tablet DT can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oncef 200 Tablet DT are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oncef 200 Tablet DT has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oncef 200 Tablet DT related warnings talks about Oncef 200 Tablet DT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oncef 200 Tablet DT contraindications section.
Besides this, Oncef 200 Tablet DT may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oncef 200 Tablet DT is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oncef 200 Tablet DT 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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Is the use of Oncef 200 Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Oncef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Oncef 200 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Oncef.
What is the effect of Oncef 200 Tablet DT on the Kidneys?
Oncef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oncef 200 Tablet DT on the Liver?
Oncef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oncef 200 Tablet DT on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Oncef for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oncef 200 Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oncef 200 Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oncef 200 Tablet DT.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oncef 200 Tablet DT. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Oncef 200 Tablet DT should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oncef 200 Tablet DT for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oncef 200 Tablet DT
Taking Oncef 200 Tablet DT with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oncef 200 Tablet DT
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Oncef 200 Tablet DT.
Yes, Oncef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Oncef can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Yes Oncef 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.
Oncef and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Oncef can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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