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Swifexim Benefits & Uses

Swifexim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

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
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Swifexim 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Swifexim Related Warnings

Is the use of Swifexim safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Swifexim without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Swifexim safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Swifexim.

Safe
What is the effect of Swifexim on the Kidneys?

Swifexim may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Swifexim on the Liver?

Swifexim does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Swifexim on the Heart?

Swifexim is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Swifexim with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Swifexim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Swifexim 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 Swifexim

Is this Swifexim habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Swifexim.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Swifexim you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Swifexim is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Swifexim in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Swifexim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Swifexim

Taking Swifexim with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Swifexim

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Swifexim

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Swifexim with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Swifexim and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Swifexim works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Swifexim 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Swifexim treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Swifexim 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 4 years ago

Can I take Swifexim with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Avoid taking Swifexim 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 5 years ago

What is Swifexim?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Swifexim 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.