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Aaxim 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Aaxim 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Aaxim 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Aaxim 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Aaxim 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aaxim 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Aaxim 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Aaxim 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Aaxim 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Aaxim 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aaxim 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Aaxim 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aaxim 500 Tablet is used -
Is the use of Aaxim 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Aaxim without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Aaxim 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Aaxim.
What is the effect of Aaxim 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Aaxim rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aaxim 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Aaxim is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Aaxim 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Aaxim is completely safe for the heart.
Aaxim 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aaxim 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aaxim 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Aaxim 500 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Aaxim 500 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Aaxim 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aaxim 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aaxim 500 Tablet
It is safe to take Aaxim 500 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aaxim 500 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Aaxim 500 Tablet.
Aaxim contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Aaxim is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Aaxim can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
Aaxim is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.
Discontinuing Aaxim on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Aaxim might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312
