Treatment of Bacterial infections

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Shimocef 500mg 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.

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. Shimocef 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Shimocef 500mg 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.Shimocef 500mg Tablet should be given under the supervision of a doctor or health professional. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Using it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete the full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back or worsen. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea stomach pain indigestion and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.Before taking it you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect or be affected by this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.

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. Shimocef 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Shimocef 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Shimocef 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Shimocef 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Shimocef 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Shimocef 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Shimocef 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Shimocef 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Shimocef 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Shimocef 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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Treatment of Bacterial infections

Nausea | Stomach pain | Indigestion | Diarrhea

Q. How long should I take Shimocef 500mg Tablet?::: Shimocef 500mg Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.| Q. What if I do not get better after using Shimocef 500mg 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.| Q. Can the use of Shimocef 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?::: Yes the use of Shimocef 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Shimocef 500mg 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.| Q. Is Shimocef 500mg Tablet effective?::: Shimocef 500mg 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 Shimocef 500mg Tablet too early the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Shimocef 500mg Tablet?::: If you forget a dose of Shimocef 500mg 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.| Q. Is Shimocef 500mg Tablet safe for the kidneys?::: Yes Shimocef 500mg 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.| Q. How long should I take Shimocef 500mg Tablet?::: Shimocef 500mg Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.