O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
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Description
O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets is an antibiotic medicine containing cefixime as its active ingredient. It is used in treating bacterial infections of the urinary tract, lungs, throat, airway
s, tonsils, middle ear and cervical/urethral infections. It is also used to treat typhoid fever. It works by interfering with the synthesis of the cell wall of bacteria. This leads to the death of the bacteria responsible for the infection. O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets should be taken as directed by the doctor and in the correct doses and for the exact duration as prescribed. Do not miss any doses or stop taking this medicine on your own. You must complete the course of antibiotics, discontinuing the treatment on your own, leads to antibiotic resistance and the recurrence of infection makes this medicine less effective for future infections.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹172.48 |
| You Save | ₹23.52 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Cefixime |
| Uses | Bacterial infections |
| Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain |
| Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
- O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear, nose or sinuses (such as sinusitis), urinary system (such as bladder and kidney infections), throat infections (such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis) and lungs (such as bronchitis, pneumonia)....
- It is also effective for typhoid (enteric) fever and gonorrhoea.
Contraindications of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
- If you are allergic to cefixime or any other ingredients of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets .
- If you are allergic to any similar antibiotics, including Penicillin.
Side effects of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
Precautions and Warnings of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets during pregnancy?
A:
Since there is limited safety information available during pregnancy, O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets should not be used during pregnancy unless it is considered essential by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
It is unknown whether Cefixime passes into the breastmilk. Hence, it is advised to discontinue nursing temporarily if you are treated with O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets . If you are taking this medicine while breastfeeding, watch for diarrhoea in your baby.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets ?
A:
O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets can cause side effects like confusion, altered consciousness, feeling less alert, fits. If you experience any of these, don’t drive or use machinery.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets ?
A:
No information is available on the interactions of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets when taken with alcohol. However, alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine and delay the recovery from infection. Thus, avoid consuming alcohol while taking this antibiotic.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have problems with your liver or kidneys.
- You experience skin reactions after taking O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets .
- You have or had encephalopathy (damage or disease that affects the brain and alters the way the brain works).
- You are suffering from a condition called haemolytic anaemia (a condition where red blood cells get broken down faster than they are formed).
- You experience watery diarrhoea, stomach pain and fever.
- You develop any allergic reaction after using O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets .
Mode of Action of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Cefixime in O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets works by inhibiting the growth of the cell wall of bacteria, which eventually leads to the death of the bacteria.
Directions for Use of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
- O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
- Always complete the course of antibiotic medicine and do not discontinue on your own.
Interactions of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets 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 interactions.
- Especially, if you are taking Carbamazepine (a medicine used to treat seizures) and blood thinners such as Warfarin.
- O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets may alter the clotting parameters and there is a risk of unusual bleeding.
Storage and disposal of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
- Store O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets below 25°C, protected from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
Overdose
Seek medical care immediately in case you happen to take too much of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets . This medicine may cause a risk of encephalopathy (damage to your brain) if taken in large quantities....
Missed a Dose
It is advisable to complete the course of antibiotics. Do not miss any dose. If you have missed taking any dose of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets , 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 dosage schedule....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I take O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets for fever and cold?
A: No, O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets is a higher antibiotic and reserved for severe infections. This medicine should be taken only if your doctor considers it essential for you. Also, this medicine is not meant for viral infections.
Q: Can I stop taking O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets if I feel better?
A: No, you must not stop taking O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets even if you feel better or symptoms of the infections go away. Complete the entire course of this medicine to avoid antibiotic resistance and effective treatment of infection.
Q: Can I take O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets if I have flu?
A: No, O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets is an antibiotic medicine and not effective against flu, which is usually caused by a virus.
Q: Why do I experience diarrhoea after taking O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets ?
A: Antibiotics sometimes can affect the normal bacterial flora of the colon, along with acting on harmful bacteria. Some of these good bacteria play an important role in digestion and absorption and affecting them can alter these processes. This is why you experience diarrhoea with antibiotic treatment.
Q: Can O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets treat cough?
A: O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets is used for treating bacterial infections and associated symptoms. If you have a cough then consult a doctor for medicine, but do not take an antibiotic on your own. The doctor will decide the medicine after assessing the cause and severity of the medical condition.
Q: What is the use of O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets?
A: O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the ear, nose or sinuses (such as sinusitis), urinary system (such as bladder and kidney infections), throat infections (such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis) and lungs (such as bronchitis, pneumonia). It is also effective for typhoid (enteric) fever and gonorrhoea.
Q: Is O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets a strong antibiotic?
A: Yes, O Powercef Dt 200mg Strip Of 4 Tablets belongs to a higher class of antibiotics, thus prescribed to treat severe infections. Do not self medicate yourself. Take this medicine only on your doctor's advice.
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India
Expires on or After
20/07/2025
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