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Vepan 500mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Vepan 500mg Tablet is a product of Indoco Remedies Ltd

Composition: Cefadroxil (500mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 70.45

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All Details About Vepan 500mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Vepan 500mg Tablet

Description:

Vepan 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It kills bacteria, which helps improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Vepan 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. 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 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 the 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, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild, but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.


Earlier 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 of 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Vepan

  • Rash
  • Vomiting
  • Allergic reaction
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Vepan 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vepan 500mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vepan 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Vepan 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Vepan 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vepan 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vepan 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vepan 500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Can the use of Vepan 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Vepan 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestines and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

What if Vepan 500mg Tablet doesn't work?

Communicate to your doctor if Vepan 500mg Tablet doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Vepan 500mg Tablet or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

What if I don't get better after using Vepan 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him/her if your symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Vepan 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Vepan 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Is Vepan 500mg Tablet good for urinary tract infection?

Vepan 500mg Tablet is a relatively safe and effective antibiotic that is available for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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