Vercef 250mg Tablet DT
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Product introduction
Vercef 250mg 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.
Vercef 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Vercef 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Vercef Tablet DT
Benefits of Vercef Tablet DT
In Bacterial infections
Vercef 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, 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 Vercef Tablet DT
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Vercef
- Gastrointesinal symptoms
- Diarrhea
- Hypersensitivity
- Drug eruptions
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Genital itching
- Increased liver enzymes
- Vaginal inflammation
How to use Vercef Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Vercef 250mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vercef 250mg Tablet DT.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vercef 250mg Tablet DT is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vercef 250mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Vercef 250mg Tablet DT alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Vercef 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Vercef 250mg 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.
- Discontinue Vercef 250mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- 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.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Vercef 250mg Tablet DT as it may cause increased side effects.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Intermediate-spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 2nd generation
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Can I take paracetamol with Vercef 250mg Tablet DT?
Yes, you can take Paracetamol while using Vercef 250mg Tablet DT.
Q. Can the use of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if Vercef 250mg Tablet DT doesn't work for me?
Talk to your doctor if Vercef 250mg Tablet DT doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Vercef 250mg Tablet DT or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Q. How long does Vercef 250mg Tablet DT take to work?
Usually, Vercef 250mg Tablet DT starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can I stop taking Vercef 250mg Tablet DT when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Vercef 250mg Tablet DT and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Country of origin: India
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