Oritaxim Az

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Oritaxim Az Information

Oritaxim Az is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Oritaxim Az also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Oritaxim Az is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Oritaxim Az include Nausea or vomiting, Injection Site Allergic Reaction. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oritaxim Az can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oritaxim Az 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 Oritaxim Az has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oritaxim Az's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oritaxim Az contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Oritaxim Az with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oritaxim Az is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Oritaxim Az Benefits & Uses

Oritaxim Az is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oritaxim Az 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: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg), Azithromycin (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg), Azithromycin (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg), Azithromycin (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg), Azithromycin (500 mg)/Tablet

Oritaxim Az Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Oritaxim Az safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Oritaxim Az without worrying about any side effects.

  • Is the use of Oritaxim Az safe during breastfeeding?


    Oritaxim Az does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

  • What is the effect of Oritaxim Az on the Kidneys?


    Oritaxim Az has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Oritaxim Az on the Liver?


    Side effects of Oritaxim Az rarely affect the liver.

  • What is the effect of Oritaxim Az on the Heart?


    Side effects of Oritaxim Az rarely affect the heart.



Severe Interaction of Oritaxim Az with Other Drugs

Oritaxim Az should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate



Oritaxim Az Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Oritaxim Az

  • Is this Oritaxim Az habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Oritaxim Az has not been reported.

Oritaxim Az Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Oritaxim Az


    Taking Oritaxim Az with food is safe.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Oritaxim Az


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Oritaxim Az with alcohol.



Frequently asked Questions about Oritaxim Az

Question over 5 years ago

What is Oritaxim Az?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Oritaxim Az 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

Does Oritaxim Az cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oritaxim Az 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Oritaxim Az for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oritaxim Az 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. 

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Oritaxim Az?

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

Oritaxim Az 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. 

Question over 5 years ago

How does Oritaxim Az works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Oritaxim Az 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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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)

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754



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