Kevixi 200 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Kevixi 200 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Kevixi 200 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kevixi 200 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Kevixi 200 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Kevixi 200 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Kevixi 200 Tablet related warnings talks about Kevixi 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Kevixi 200 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Kevixi 200 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 Kevixi 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Kevixi 200 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Kevixi 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Kevixi in pregnant women.
Is the use of Kevixi 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Kevixi does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Kevixi 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kevixi rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kevixi 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Kevixi is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Kevixi 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Kevixi is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kevixi 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kevixi 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kevixi 200 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Kevixi 200 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kevixi 200 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Kevixi 200 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kevixi 200 Tablet
You can take Kevixi 200 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kevixi 200 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Kevixi 200 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Kevixi 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.
Yes, Kevixi 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.
Kevixi can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Discontinuing Kevixi 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.
Kevixi 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.
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