Cefrax 100 Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefixime (100 mg)
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Cefrax 100 Tablet Information

Cefrax 100 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Cefrax 100 Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Cefrax 100 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cefrax 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefrax 100 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefrax 100 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cefrax 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Cefrax 100 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cefrax 100 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefrax 100 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Cefrax 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefrax 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefrax 100 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefrax 100 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefrax 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Cefrax safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefrax 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefrax does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefrax 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Cefrax rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cefrax 100 Tablet on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Cefrax on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefrax 100 Tablet on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Cefrax for the heart.

    Safe


Cefrax 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefrax 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cefrax 100 Tablet

  • Is this Cefrax 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Cefrax 100 Tablet does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Cefrax 100 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefrax 100 Tablet can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Cefrax 100 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Cefrax 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Cefrax 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefrax 100 Tablet


    It is safe to take Cefrax 100 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefrax 100 Tablet


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefrax 100 Tablet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Cefrax 100 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cefrax?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefrax is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefrax with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrax can be taken with augmentin, 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefrax with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefrax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Cefrax works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefrax works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Cefrax?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefrax can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)



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