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Cefixime 200 mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefixime 200 mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefixime without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefixime does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefixime has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet on the Liver?
Using Cefixime does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Cefixime without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefixime 200 mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefixime 200 mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefixime 200 mg Tablet.
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 Cefixime 200 mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefixime 200 mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefixime 200 mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Taking Cefixime 200 mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefixime 200 mg Tablet with alcohol.
Cefixime and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Cefixime can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, Cefixime can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Yes, Cefixime can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Yes, Cefixime can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)