Ocef Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections associated with the ear, nose, throat, tonsils, lungs, and skin. It may also be prescribed as a second line of treatment for urinary tract infections.

Ocef Syrup is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Ocef Syrup in children

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Ocef Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Ocef Syrup 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 Ocef Syrup in children

Ocef Syrup 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 Ocef

Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Vomiting

How can I give Ocef Syrup to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Ocef Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ocef Syrup works

Ocef Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. This activity stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Ocef Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ocef Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ocef Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ocef Syrup is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Ocef Syrup to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

What if I forget to give Ocef Syrup to my child?

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Contact your doctor if your child has diarrhea that goes on for more than 4 days or if it is severe and watery, or contains blood.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Ocef Syrup to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
You may see white patches inside your child’s mouth and throat after a prolonged intake of Ocef Syrup. This could be due to a fungal infection. So, if your child develops any such effect, contact your doctor right away.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 1st generation

Patient concerns

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FAQs

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

A single extra dose of Ocef Syrup is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Ocef Syrup to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Can Ocef Syrup cause any serious side effects?

Yes, Ocef Syrup may rarely cause some serious side effects. These may include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. If your child develops any such unwanted effects, consult your child’s doctor.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ocef Syrup?

Ocef Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Ocef Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Ocef Syrup?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Can Ocef Syrup impact my child’s digestion?

Ocef Syrup is an antibiotic and its use may affect or compromise the good bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child experiences diarrhea while being on treatment with Ocef Syrup, do not abruptly stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps.

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Ocef Syrup

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Uses of Ocef Syrup in children

Benefits of Ocef Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Side effects of Ocef Syrup in children

Common side effects of Ocef

How can I give Ocef Syrup to my child?

How Ocef Syrup works

Safety advice

What if I forget to give Ocef Syrup to my child?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

Can Ocef Syrup cause any serious side effects?

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ocef Syrup?

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Ocef Syrup?

Can Ocef Syrup impact my child’s digestion?

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