Orcef 400mg Capsule 6pcs

What is Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

Orcef 400 mg Capsule is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infection. This medicine does not work for viral infections like flu. It works by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for their development.

What are the uses of Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

Orcef 400 mg Capsule is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Urinary Tract Infection, Tonsillitis, Pharyngitis, and Bronchitis. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions of Fungal and Gonococcal Infections.

What are the Side Effects of Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

Orcef 400 mg Capsule has some commonly reported side effects. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These are Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Dark or clay-colored stools, Swelling of the face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands, and feet, Dizziness, Acid or sour stomach, excessive gas in the stomach, Heartburn, Indigestion, Redness of the skin, Chest pain, Sore throat, and Unusual tiredness.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure Orcef 400 mg Capsule remains unreachable to children and pets. Proper disposal of the expired and unused medications is important to avoid health problems.

Will Orcef 400 mg Capsule work for treating cold and flu?

This medication belongs to an antibiotic class of drugs, hence Orcef 400 mg Capsule won't work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. If you use antibiotics when they are not needed, it increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment.

Is there any special dietary instruction which I should follow?

Continue your normal diet unless your doctor asks you to change.

Is Orcef 400 mg Capsule can be used to treat diarrhoea?

No, Orcef 400 mg Capsule is not prescribed to treat diarrhoea.

Is it safe to give Orcef 400 mg Capsule to infants?

The safety of Orcef 400 mg Capsule, in case of newborns or infants aging less than 6 months, has not been positively established. Thus you need to consult a doctor before administering this medicine to an infant.

Does Orcef 400 mg Capsule is a penicillin variant?

No, Orcef 400 mg Capsule is not a penicillin variant. This medication belongs to cephalosporin antibiotic and functions in a similar way to that of penicillin. Concurrent use of these two must be discussed with a doctor.

Does Orcef 400 mg Capsule cause loose-motion?

Diarrhoea is a known side effect of Orcef 400 mg Capsule although it has been associated with higher doses only.

Is constipation associated with Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

Constipation is an unusual side effect of Orcef 400 mg Capsule. In case, it causes persistent constipation and seems circumstantially related to the ingestion of this medication, must consult a doctor.

Does Orcef 400 mg Capsule interact with contraception?

No such evidence suggested the effect of Orcef 400 mg Capsule on contraceptive medications.

Can I take acetaminophen along with Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

No interactions have been clinically proven between Orcef 400 mg Capsule and Acetaminophen (Paracetamol). It is advisable to consult a doctor before concurrent use of these two medicines.

How long does Orcef 400 mg Capsule take to work?

Orcef 400 mg Capsule start working as soon after you ingest it. However, it may take a few days to kill the harmful bacteria and relieve the symptoms completely. It is advised to complete the medication course for the suggested days.

What if I do not get better after using Orcef 400 mg Capsule?

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.

Quick Tips

• Your doctor has prescribed Orcef 400 mg Capsule 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.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Orcef 400 mg Capsule as it may cause increased side effects.
• Discontinue Orcef 400 mg Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.