Safexim Information
Safexim is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup,Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Safexim also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Safexim is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Safexim as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Safexim 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 Safexim has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Safexim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Safexim are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Safexim may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Safexim, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Safexim Benefits & Uses
Safexim is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Throat Infection
- Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
- Pneumonia
- Kidney Infection
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Neutropenia
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Peritonitis
Safexim 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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Safexim Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Safexim is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
Mild
- Rash
- Headache
- पेट की गैस
- Dyspepsia
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
Safexim Related Warnings
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Is the use of Safexim safe for pregnant women?
Safexim is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Safexim safe during breastfeeding?
Safexim does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Safexim on the Kidneys?
Safexim rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Safexim on the Liver?
Using Safexim does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Safexim on the Heart?
You can take Safexim without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Safexim with Other Drugs
Safexim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Safexim Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safexim 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
Frequently asked Questions about Safexim
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Is this Safexim habit forming or addictive?
Safexim is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Safexim can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Safexim is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Safexim for mental disorders.
No
Safexim Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Safexim
Taking Safexim with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Safexim
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Safexim with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 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)
