Movacef 500mg Tablet


Primary uses of Movacef 500mg Tablet
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₹758.83
₹75.88/Tablet
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Medicine Overview of Movacef Tablet

Uses of Movacef Tablet
Movacef 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, blood, and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.

How to use Movacef 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. Movacef 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Movacef 500mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
Avoid Movacef 500mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
How Movacef Tablet works
Movacef 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.
In Depth Information on Movacef Tablet
Expert advice for Movacef Tablet
- Your doctor has prescribed Movacef to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Movacef 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 doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- If you're on blood thinners, Movacef can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.


Movacef Tablet related warnings
Special precautions for Movacef Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Movacef 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
SAFE
Movacef 500mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation.
Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Movacef 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Movacef 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
Not relevant, as Movacef 500mg Tablet is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
There is limited information available on the use of Movacef 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Movacef 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you miss a dose of Movacef Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Movacef 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Frequently asked questions about Movacef Tablet
Frequently asked questions about Cefuroxime
Yes, Movacef is an antibiotic. It is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various infections.
Movacef belongs to the cephalosporin antibiotics and is not a penicillin drug. However, its chemical structure and action is similar to penicillin.
Movacef is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Movacef is not a steroid molecule. It is an antibiotic which belongs to the group of cephalosporins.
Movacef is not known to cause hemolysis in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficient individuals. However, ask your doctor before taking Movacef if you are G6PD deficient.
Movacef is indicated for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI). Its effectiveness would depend on the infecting organism and hence you should consult your doctor for the right diagnosis and treatment.
Q. Can Movacef be taken with azithromycin?
Movacef is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with azithromycin. However, both are antibiotics and should be used only when advised by the doctor.
Q. Can Movacef be taken with doxycycline?
Movacef is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with doxycyclin. However, both are antibiotics and should be used only when advised by the doctor.
Q. Is it safe to take Movacef with pseudoephedrine?
Movacef is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with pseudoephedrine. However, interactions can occur. Ask your doctor before taking the drugs together.
Q. Can Movacef be taken with naproxen?
Movacef is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with naproxen. However, interactions can occur. Ask your doctor before taking the drugs together.
Q. Is it safe to take Movacef with paracetamol (acetaminophen)?
Movacef is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Ask your doctor before taking the drugs together.
Movacef like any other drug has an expiry data and should not be used after that. Please check the package insert before using the medicine.
Movacef is indicated in the treatment of pneumonia. However, its effectiveness would depend on the infecting organism and hence you should consult your doctor for the right diagnosis and treatment.
No, Movacef does not have penicillin in it. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic which is similar to penicillin.
Movacef is not known to cause constipation. It is associated with diarrhea. However, if you experience any such symptom while taking Movacef, consult your doctor.
Yes, Movacef is active against staphylococcus. However, strains resistant to the drug have also been reported. Talk to your doctor for the right diagnosis and treatment of your infection.
Movacef use is not associated with tiredness. However, if you experience tiredness while taking Movacef, consult your doctor.
Q. Can I take alprazolam with Movacef?
No drug interactions have been reported when Movacef is used with alprazolam. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Movacef with ibuprofen?
No drug interactions have been reported when Movacef is used with ibuprofen. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
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