Zocef Syrup is used to treat various type of infections. These include bacterial infections of the skin, urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted infections (uncomplicated gonorrhea) and middle ear infections. Zocef is also used to treat inflammation of the pharynx or tonsils, maxillary sinuses, and bronchial tubes inside the lungs. Zocef is also used to treat skin rash caused by bacterial infection (early Lyme disease, erythema migrans). It is a prescription medicine. This medicine works by weakening the outermost layer of bacteria which leads to the breakdown of the bacterial cells. This medicine helps by preventing the growth of bacteria and removing the bacterial infection from the body.
Prescription: Yes
Drug Schedule: Schedule H Prescription Drug
Side Effects: The following side-effects may commonly occur when using Zocef Syrup. If any of these side-effects worsen or last for a long time, you should consult with your doctor:
diaper rash
diarrhea
dislike of taste
dizziness
gas formation
headache
increase in the level of liver enzymes
increased number of eosinophils
inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis, early Lyme disease)
microbial overgrowth (candida overgrowth)
mouth ulcers
Nausea
reaction caused by harmful products released into the body after killing of microbes (Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction)
thirst
vomiting
whitish fluid secretion from vagina (vaginal discharge)
How to Store it: Store in a cool dry place, protected from light.
Over Dose: Store in a cool dry place, protected from light.
Precautions: Store in a cool dry place, protected from light.
Missed Dose: Store in a cool dry place, protected from light.