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
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- COPD
- Pneumonia
- Tonsillitis
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Bacterial Infections
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
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) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Oritaxim Az Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oritaxim Az is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Bronchospasm
- Angioedema
- Hearing Loss
Moderate
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
- Erythema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Rash
- Headache
- पेट की गैस
- Dyspepsia
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Oritaxim Az Related Warnings
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Is the use of Oritaxim Az safe for pregnant women?
Oritaxim Az is safe to take during pregnancy.
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Is the use of Oritaxim Az safe during breastfeeding?
Oritaxim Az does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
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What is the effect of Oritaxim Az on the Kidneys?
Oritaxim Az rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Oritaxim Az on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oritaxim Az on the liver have been reported.
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What is the effect of Oritaxim Az on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oritaxim Az on the heart have been reported.
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 -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Drug Allergy
- Drug Allergies
- Syphilis
- Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Jaundice
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Oritaxim Az
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Is this Oritaxim Az habit forming or addictive?
Oritaxim Az does not cause addiction.
Oritaxim Az Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Oritaxim Az
Taking Oritaxim Az with food does not cause any problems.
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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 almost 7 years ago
Does Oritaxim Az treat typhoid fever?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
Yes Oritaxim Az is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Question over 7 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.
Question about 7 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 6 years ago
Can I take Oritaxim Az with azithromycin?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology
Avoid taking Oritaxim Az with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Question over 7 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.
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