Anmixin-400 Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat infectious travellers diarrhoea, hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Anmixin-400 Tablet is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea caused by non-invasive strains of E.coli. Anmixin-400 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, and ammonia producing bacteria. Anmixin-400 Tablet is a gastrointestinal-selective antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. Anmixin-400 Tablet is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

How does Anmixin-400 Tablet work?

Anmixin-400 Tablet is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infections in the gut or intestine like E coli bacteria. Thereby, helps in treating/preventing the spread of infections and diarrhoea with abdominal pain.

Can I stop taking Anmixin-400 Tablet on my own?

It is recommended to complete the course of Anmixin-400 Tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Can I take Anmixin-400 Tablet on my own?

Do not take Anmixin-400 Tablet on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Take Anmixin-400 Tablet only if prescribed by a doctor.

Does Anmixin-400 Tablet affect diagnostic blood test results?

Anmixin-400 Tablet may affect blood tests and liver function tests with increased liver enzymes. Inform the person or doctor before performing the tests that you are taking Anmixin-400 Tablet .

For how long is Anmixin-400 Tablet prescribed?

For treating traveller’s diarrhoea, Anmixin-400 Tablet is generally prescribed for 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome, Anmixin-400 Tablet is prescribed for 14 days. However, it is better to take Anmixin-400 Tablet only as prescribed by your doctor.

Can I take Anmixin-400 Tablet with blood thinner (Warfarin)?

No, Anmixin-400 Tablet may affect the activity and working of warfarin when taken together. So tell your doctor before using Anmixin-400 Tablet that you are taking a blood thinner (warfarin). Your doctor might adjust the dose of warfarin to maintain the proper blood-thinning effect and prevent drug interaction.