Licocef 500 Tablet DT
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Licocef 500 Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.
Licocef 500 Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Licocef 500 Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Licocef 500 Tablet DT in children
Benefits of Licocef 500 Tablet DT for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Licocef 500 Tablet DT is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Licocef 500 Tablet DT in children
Licocef 500 Tablet DT does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Licocef
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Increased liver enzymes
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How can I give Licocef 500 Tablet DT to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Licocef 500 Tablet DT is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Licocef 500 Tablet DT in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Licocef 500 Tablet DT in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Licocef 500 Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Discontinue Licocef 500 Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Intermediate spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 2nd generation
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does Licocef 500 Tablet DT take to work?
The amount of time Licocef 500 Tablet DT takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
How long should you take Licocef 500 Tablet DT?
The duration of therapy with Licocef 500 Tablet DT depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Can Licocef 500 Tablet DT be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Licocef 500 Tablet DT should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Licocef 500 Tablet DT with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Can Licocef 500 Tablet DT treat UTI?
Yes, Licocef 500 Tablet DT can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
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