ESCRIPTION

Royalcef 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery. Royalcef 500 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a 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. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the 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 rash, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Royalcef 500 Tablet is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. 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.

USE OF

Treatment of Bacterial infections

BENEFITS

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. Royalcef 500 Tablet is to be taken with food. Avoid Royalcef 500 Tablet with dietary sodium.

HOW TO USE

Royalcef 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : SAFE – Consuming alcohol with Royalcef 500 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. – Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Royalcef 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Royalcef 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Royalcef 500 Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. – Driving : NOT RELEVANT – Not relevant, as Royalcef 500 Tablet is intended for use in hospitalised patients. – Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – There is limited information available on the use of Royalcef 500 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – There is limited information available on the use of Royalcef 500 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Royalcef 500 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.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Vomiting | Allergic reaction | Increased liver enzymes | Nausea | Diarrhea

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

SAFE

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LIVER INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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FAQ

Q. How long does Royalcef 500 Tablet take to work?::: The amount of time Royalcef 500 Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.| Q. How long should you take Royalcef 500 Tablet?::: The duration of therapy with Royalcef 500 Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.| Q. Can Royalcef 500 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?::: No, Royalcef 500 Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Royalcef 500 Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.| Q. Can Royalcef 500 Tablet treat UTI?::: Yes, Royalcef 500 Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it. | Q. How long does Royalcef 500 Tablet take to work?::: The amount of time Royalcef 500 Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.| Q. How long should you take Royalcef 500 Tablet?::: The duration of therapy with Royalcef 500 Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.| Q. Can Royalcef 500 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?::: No, Royalcef 500 Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Royalcef 500 Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.| Q. Can Royalcef 500 Tablet treat UTI?::: Yes, Royalcef 500 Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.

DISCLAIMER

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