Oceph
Oceph Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Oceph Products
Oceph Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Oceph are Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Vaginal moniliasis, Abdominal pain, Vaginal inflammation, Protein in urine, Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase, High lymphocyte count, Lymphocytopenia, Microhematuria, Increased urine leukocytes.
How Oceph Products work
Cefdinir is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Patient Concerns about Oceph Products
Frequently asked questions about Oceph Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefdinir
Q. Can Oceph Syrup be given to children who are less than 5 months of age?
No. Safety and efficacy data in neonates and infants less than 6 months of age have not yet been established, so avoid giving it to kids younger than 6 months of age.
Q. Can giving oral nutrition supplements (infant formula) interfere with the absorption of Oceph Syrup?
Infant formula does not cause any significant interference with the absorption of Oceph Syrup. Therefore, this medicine can be given with oral nutrition supplements (infant formula or baby milk).
Q. What will happen if I give an excess of Oceph Syrup to my child?
Even though an extra dose of Oceph Syrup is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Oceph Syrup to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.
Q. Can Oceph Syrup cause serious side effects in my child?
Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, severe gastrointestinal infections, blood cell count abnormalities, impaired glucose in blood, and electrolyte abnormalities. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Q. My child has type 1 diabetes and is on insulin therapy. Is it safe to give Oceph Syrup to my child?
No, Oceph Syrup can cause disturbed glucose levels in the blood. Therefore, it is not advised to give Oceph Syrup if your child is diabetic.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Oceph Syrup?
Oceph Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Oceph Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. My child is suffering from anemia and is on oral iron therapy. Is it safe to give Oceph Syrup along with it?
It is not advised to give Oceph Syrup with oral iron therapy as it binds to iron preparation in your child’s digestive system and can result in reddish stools.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Oceph 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.
Q. What laboratory tests will the doctor ask for while my child is taking Oceph Syrup 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?
The color of the mucus cannot be used to understand whether your child needs antibiotics or not. It is normal for the mucus to change color during a common cold infection.
Q. Can Oceph Syrup affect my child’s digestive system?
Diarrhea is a common side effect of antibiotics because apart from killing the bad bacteria, antibiotics may unintentionally kill the good ones too. On top of that, children often have a sensitive stomach which increases the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Oceph Syrup, 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.