Cefxi Information
Cefxi, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Cefxi have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefxi. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cefxi have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cefxi are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cefxi has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefxi related warnings talks about Cefxi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cefxi is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefxi are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cefxi may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefxi, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefxi Benefits & Uses
Cefxi is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Cefxi 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Cefxi Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefxi is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Sore throat
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Headache
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- पेट की गैस
- Flushing
Cefxi Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefxi safe for pregnant women?
Cefxi is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Cefxi safe during breastfeeding?
Cefxi may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefxi on the Kidneys?
Cefxi has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefxi on the Liver?
Side effects of Cefxi rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefxi on the Heart?
Cefxi is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cefxi with Other Drugs
Cefxi should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cefxi Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefxi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Jaundice
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Syphilis
Frequently asked Questions about Cefxi
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Is this Cefxi habit forming or addictive?
Cefxi is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefxi. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefxi only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefxi cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Cefxi Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefxi
It is safe to take Cefxi with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefxi
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefxi with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cefxi
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Cefxi cause liver toxicity?
Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Cefxi can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Cefxi cause diarrhea?
Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Cefxi 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.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Cefxi help in preventing cold?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
Cefxi does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I take Cefxi for cough?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology
Yes, Cefxi can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Cefxi with doxycycline?
Dr. , General Physician
Cefxi and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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