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Kefixim 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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Is the use of Kefixim safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Kefixim in pregnant women.
Is the use of Kefixim safe during breastfeeding?
Kefixim is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Kefixim on the Kidneys?
Kefixim rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kefixim on the Liver?
Kefixim is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Kefixim on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Kefixim for the heart.
Kefixim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kefixim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kefixim habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kefixim is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kefixim you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Kefixim is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kefixim cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kefixim
It is safe to take Kefixim with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefixim
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Kefixim with alcohol will be.
Yes, Kefixim 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.
Kefixim is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Kefixim 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.
Kefixim 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.
Discontinuing Kefixim in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
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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)
