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Zocef 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Zocef 250 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Zocef 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zocef 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Zocef 250 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Zocef 250 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zocef 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Zocef 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zocef 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Zocef 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zocef 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zocef 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Zocef 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Zocef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zocef 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zocef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zocef 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zocef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zocef 250 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Zocef on the liver.
What is the effect of Zocef 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Zocef is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zocef 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zocef 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zocef 250 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zocef 250 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Zocef 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zocef 250 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zocef 250 Tablet
Taking Zocef 250 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zocef 250 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Zocef 250 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Zocef does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Zocef.
No, Zocef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Zocef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Zocef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
No, Zocef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Zocef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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