Safexim 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Safexim 100 MG Description

Safexim Tablet is an antibiotic medicine containing cefixime as its active ingredient. It is used in treating bacterial infections of the urinary tract, lungs, throat, airways, tonsils, middle ear an

d 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. Safexim Tablet 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.

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Contains	Cefixime(100.0 Mg)
Uses	Bacterial infections
Side effects	Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

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Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Safexim 100 MG

Safexim Tablet 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 ton...
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It is also effective for typhoid (enteric) fever and gonorrhoea.

Contraindications of Safexim 100 MG

If you are allergic to cefixime or any other ingredients of Safexim Tablet.
If you are allergic to any similar antibiotics, including Penicillin.

Side effects of Safexim 100 MG

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Indigestion

Precautions and Warnings of Safexim 100 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Safexim Tablet during pregnancy?

Since there is limited safety information available during pregnancy, Safexim Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless it is considered essential by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Safexim Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown whether Cefixime passes into the breastmilk. Hence, it is advised to discontinue nursing temporarily if you are treated with Safexim Tablet. If you are taking this medicine while breastfeeding, watch for diarrhoea in your baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Safexim Tablet?

Safexim Tablet 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

Can I consume alcohol with Safexim Tablet?

No information is available on the interactions of Safexim Tablet 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 Safexim Tablet.
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 Safexim Tablet.

Mode of Action of Safexim 100 MG

How Does It Work?

Cefixime in Safexim Tablet works by inhibiting the growth of the cell wall of bacteria, which eventually leads to the death of the bacteria.

Directions for Use of Safexim 100 MG

Safexim Tablet 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 Safexim 100 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Safexim 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 interactions.
Especially, if you are taking Carbamazepine (a medicine used to treat seizures) and blood thinners such as Warfarin.
Safexim Tablet may alter the clotting parameters and there is a risk of unusual bleeding.

Storage and disposal of Safexim 100 MG

Store Safexim Tablet below 25°C, protected from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Safexim 100 MG

Overdose

Seek medical care immediately in case you happen to take too much of Safexim Tablet. 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 Safexim Tablet, then take it as early as you remember. If it is the time for your nex...

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WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I take Safexim Tablet for fever and cold?

A: No, Safexim Tablet 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 Safexim Tablet if I feel better?

A: No, you must not stop taking Safexim Tablet 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 Safexim Tablet if I have flu?

A: No, Safexim Tablet is an antibiotic medicine and not effective against flu, which is usually caused by a virus.

Q: Why do I experience diarrhoea after taking Safexim Tablet?

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.

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