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About Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin.  Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Take Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, or vaginal itching in some cases. Most of these side effects of Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. Drive only if you are alert as Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Uses of Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Do not take Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER while going to bed or lying down to prevent stomach irritation or heartburn.

Medicinal Benefits

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is a combination of two broad-spectrum antibiotics: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin that act against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Storage

Keep Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, asthma, bleeding or blood clotting disorder, or stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. Drive only if you are alert as Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER before undergoing any tests.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
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How does the drug interact with Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER:
Co-administration of Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER with Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER can increase the levels and effects of methotrexate. This can increase the risk or severity of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, mouth ulcers, paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

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FAQs

The Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER contains Cefixime and Dicloxacillin which work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may be used to treat lung infection caused by bacteria. Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and prevents the spread of infection. But should be used only when prescribed by a doctor.

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens, or notices blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER and consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to take Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase bleeding risk. However, please consult your doctor before taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER with other medicines.

Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is not used to treat viral infections. Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.

You are not recommended to stop taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER, please consult your doctor.

Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condom, spermicide or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • AZITHROMYCIN

Special Advise

  • If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Cafidol DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as it may interfere with these tests.
  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

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