INTRODUCTION:
In Treatment of Bacterial infections Valcef 50mg 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.
Uses / Indications:
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Side Effects:
Allergy | Nausea | Stomach pain | Indigestion | Diarrhea
How to use:
Treatment of Bacterial infections
How it works:
Valcef 50mg Tablet 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. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.
Interactions / Warnings:
- Kidney : CAUTION - Valcef 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valcef 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Valcef 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Valcef 50mg Tablet is recommended. However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Valcef 50mg Tablet to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
Faq for medicine:
Q. What if I give too much of Valcef 50mg Tablet by mistake?::: An extra dose of Valcef 50mg Tablet is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Valcef 50mg Tablet to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.| Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: Valcef 50mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Valcef 50mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: 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.| Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Valcef 50mg Tablet on a long-term basis?::: The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.| Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?::: Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.| Q. Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?::: In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.| Q. Can Valcef 50mg Tablet impact my child’s digestive system?::: Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. Valcef 50mg Tablet may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Valcef 50mg Tablet, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.| Q. Can Valcef 50mg Tablet lead to bacterial resistance in my child? ::: Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use,, and misuse of Valcef 50mg Tablet can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.| Q. How long should I take Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: Valcef 50mg Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.
Medicine interaction:
Always consult a healthcare professional before using any medication. If you have specific questions about a particular medicine, please consult a pharmacist or a doctor for personalized advice
USE OF:
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Liver Interaction:
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
KIDNEY INTERACTION:
CAUTION
SAFETY ADVICE:
- Kidney : CAUTION - Valcef 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valcef 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Valcef 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Valcef 50mg Tablet is recommended. However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Valcef 50mg Tablet to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
PRIMARY USE:
Treatment of Bacterial infections
FACT BOX:
Chemical Class::Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class::Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Q & A:
Q. What if I give too much of Valcef 50mg Tablet by mistake?::: An extra dose of Valcef 50mg Tablet is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Valcef 50mg Tablet to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.| Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: Valcef 50mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Valcef 50mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: 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.| Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Valcef 50mg Tablet on a long-term basis?::: The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.| Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?::: Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.| Q. Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?::: In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.| Q. Can Valcef 50mg Tablet impact my child’s digestive system?::: Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. Valcef 50mg Tablet may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Valcef 50mg Tablet, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.| Q. Can Valcef 50mg Tablet lead to bacterial resistance in my child? ::: Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use,, and misuse of Valcef 50mg Tablet can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.| Q. How long should I take Valcef 50mg Tablet?::: Valcef 50mg Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.
MANUFACTURER ADDRESS:
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