Orocef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic belonging that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.

Orocef 200mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Orocef Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Orocef Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Orocef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. 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 Orocef Tablet

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 Orocef

Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea

How to use Orocef Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Orocef 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Orocef 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Orocef 200mg Tablet 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

Orocef 200mg Tablet 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 Orocef 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Orocef 200mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Orocef 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Orocef 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Orocef 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Orocef 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Orocef 200mg Tablet 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 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 Orocef 200mg Tablet 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

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

Sir,i m having orocef o 200mg (as prescribed by our family doctor) from last 3 days and i m feeling weakness & low hunger too, from the date.will u please tell me what is that? Side effect or anything else?

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

yes it side effect of iron dont worry in next 1 week u shall be fine

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

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FAQs

How long should I take Orocef 200mg Tablet?

Orocef 200mg Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

What if I do not get better after using Orocef 200mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Orocef 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Orocef 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Orocef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Orocef 200mg Tablet effective?

Orocef 200mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Orocef 200mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Orocef 200mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Orocef 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Orocef 200mg Tablet safe for the kidneys?

Yes, Orocef 200mg Tablet is safe for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

How long should I take Orocef 200mg Tablet?

Orocef 200mg Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

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Orocef 200mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Orocef Tablet

Benefits of Orocef Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Side effects of Orocef Tablet

Common side effects of Orocef

How to use Orocef Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

How long should I take Orocef 200mg Tablet?

What if I do not get better after using Orocef 200mg Tablet?

Can the use of Orocef 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Is Orocef 200mg Tablet effective?

What if I forget to take a dose of Orocef 200mg Tablet?

Is Orocef 200mg Tablet safe for the kidneys?

How long should I take Orocef 200mg Tablet?

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