Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Ceftas O tablet is an antibiotic, used to treat typhoid fever and urinary tract infections. It is a combination medicine containing cefixime and ofloxacin as an active ingredient. It works by inhibit
ing the growth of causative organisms. Take the Ceftas O tablet at the prescribed dose and for the exact duration. You can take this medicine with or without food. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly, as it can result in treatment failure. Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions and are on any other medications. This medicine should not be taken by children below 18 years of age.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹176.00 |
You Save | ₹24.00 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Cefixime(200.0 Mg) + Ofloxacin(200.0 Mg) |
Uses | Typhoid fever, urinary tract infections |
Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, headache |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
- If you are allergic to cefixime, ofloxacin or any other ingredients of the Ceftas O tablet.
- If you are allergic to cephalosporins like cefuroxime, fluoroquinolones like ciprofloxacin or any other ingredients of the Ceftas O tablet.
- If you have a history of fits or any brain-related disorders.
- If you have a history of tendon disorder.
- If you have a family history of red blood cell disorder (defects in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase activity).
- If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Side effects of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
- There is limited information about the effect of the Ceftas O tablet on pregnancy. Thus, always consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience allergic reactions including serious skin allergies in different body parts (fluid-filled blisters, bumps, rashes and skin degradation) or develop a superinfection.
- You have diarrhoea, cramps, pain and fever after taking the Ceftas O tablet.
- You have a kidney problem and you are on dialysis.
- You have blood disorders like anaemia and inherited blood disorder (G6PD deficiency).
- You have problems related to the liver and kidney and you are taking medicine to prevent blood clotting.
- You have a history of tendonitis (inflammation of the tissue which connects muscles to the bone) after taking antibiotics or myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness).
- You are experiencing fits, difficulty in movement, confusion, other mental disorders (Psychosis).
- You are experiencing pain, a pins-and-needles sensation, numbness and weakness in various body parts.
- You experience suicidal thoughts, immediately consult your doctor.
- You are experiencing irregular heartbeats, low potassium levels or have had heart disease.
- You are taking blood thinners like warfarin or any other vitamin K antagonists.
- You are diabetic taking medicines. Close monitoring of blood glucose may be needed.
- You are experiencing vision disturbances.
- You must avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight or UV rays during treatment and for 48 hours after treatment.
- Ceftas O tablet should not be given to children or growing adolescents as it may interfere with their growth.
Mode of Action of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- The Ceftas-O tablet works by the combined action of both its components - ofloxacin and cefixime.
- Cefixime works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall, an essential component of bacteria to survive within the human body.
- Ofloxacin works by inhibiting the multiplication of the bacteria, stopping the growth.
Directions for Use of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Ceftas O tablet works or this medicine 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 interaction.
- Ceftas O tablet should be taken at least two hours before taking the acidity medicines, any preparations containing zinc and iron and certain anti-HIV drugs like Didanosine.
- The risk of getting fits increase if you are taking medicines to treat asthma-like theophylline, to reduce inflammation (Ibuprofen).
- Should be used with caution if you are taking medicines that can alter your heart rhythms like Quinidine, Hydroquinidine, Disopyramide, antidepressants like Clomipramine, Amitriptyline, antibiotics like Erythromycin, Clarithromycin and Azithromycin....
- You may experience low blood sugar if you are taking any medicines for diabetes like Glibenclamide.
- Ceftas O tablet interferes with the working of blood-thinning medicines like Warfarin.
- You may experience a tendon rupture if you are taking any medicines used to treat inflammation and pain (corticosteroids) like betamethasone, prednisone.
Storage and disposal of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Store the Ceftas O tablets below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Ceftas O Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how long do I need to take the Ceftas O tablet?
- You need to complete the full course of the Ceftas O tablet, as per your doctor's prescribed duration.
- You may feel fine after a few doses but it is important to complete the course.
- If you stop it early, there may be chances of infection reoccurring or not responding to this antibiotic in the future.
Q: Are there any specific cautions needed when taking the Ceftas O tablet?
Q: Can the use of Ceftas O tablet cause diarrhoea?
Q: Can I stop taking the Ceftas O tablet when I feel better?
Q: Will the use of the Ceftas O Tablet help treat Urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
References
- OMNIX O Tablets (Cefixime + Ofloxacin) Ciplamed.com. 2021 [cited 19 July 2021]
- Ofloxacin 200 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 19 July 2021]
- Suprax 200 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 19 July 2021]
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