Cefixime+Ornidazole

Uses	Bacterial infections
Therapy	Antibiotic
Side Effects	Diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting

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Cefixime+Ornidazole is an antibiotic medicine used for the treatment of certain types of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, lungs, throat, airways, sinus, bladder, sexually transmitted infection etc. It contains cefixime and ornidazole as its active ingredients. It works by suppressing the growth of bacteria and kills the bacteria responsible for the infection. You should always complete the course of your antibiotic medicine.

Uses

Treatment of bacterial infections

Contraindications

When should one not use Cefixime+Ornidazole

If you are allergic to cefixime or ornidazole, or any other ingredient of this medicine.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Diarrhoea
Nausea
Stomach pain
Vomiting

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Due to a lack of safety information about the effect of Cefixime+Ornidazole in pregnancy, it should be avoided and only be taken if prescribed by the doctor. If you conceive while taking this medicine, stop taking this medicine immediately and inform your doctor.

Breast Feeding

A breastfeeding mother should take this medicine only under a doctor's recommendation. Refrain from self-medication.

Driving

There is limited information available on the effect of the medicine on the driving ability of an individual. However, do not drive until you know how this medicine affects you.

Alcohol

There is no known interaction between alcohol and this medicine. However, long-term use of alcohol weakens your immune system and body's response to pathogens and infections. Consult the doctor for more information if you drink too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman.
You have any other pre-existing medical condition such as epilepsy, liver disease, kidney problems etc.
You have a history of colitis.
You are allergic to any kind of food or any medicine.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Ornidazole kills other infectious microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Cefixime+Ornidazole works or Cefixime+Ornidazole itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Especially, if you are taking certain medications like anticoagulant medicine such as warfarin, muscle relaxants, etc.

Dosage

Overdose

If you happen to take too much of this medicine and experience any unusual symptoms, then reach out to your doctor or the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

It is advisable to complete the course of antibiotics. Do not miss any dose. If you have missed any dose of Cefixime+Ornidazole, then take it as early as you remember. If it is the time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, Cefixime+Ornidazole is an antibiotic and antibiotics have to be taken for the complete course as prescribed by your doctor. Though you will be feeling better, some bacteria will still be alive in your system. This can lead to these bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics. To ensure complete and effective treatment, take medicine for the full course, even if you start feeling fine midway.

No, Cefixime+Ornidazole is an antibiotic medicine and not effective for normal fever. You should avoid self-medicating with Cefixime+Ornidazole as it belongs to the higher class of antibiotics and is reserved for severe infections. If you have typhoid or enteric fever, your doctor shall prescribe you this medicine.

Cefixime+Ornidazole may be effective for controlling some stomach infections. However, stomach infection could be due to various reasons, thus, you should not take this medicine for any infection without consulting your doctor.

Cefixime+Ornidazole is an antibiotic medicine. It sometimes can affect the normal bacterial flora of the gut, along with killing the infectious bacteria. Good bacteria of your gut play an important role in digestion and absorption, affecting them can alter the normal metabolic processes. This is why you experience diarrhoea with antibiotic treatment.

No, pregnant women should not take this medicine unless prescribed by the doctor.

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Cefixime+Ornidazole

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