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About Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER
Cefimak 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. Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER does not work against infections caused by the virus.
Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin. Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cefimak 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 Cefimak 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 Cefimak 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 Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. Drive only if you are alert as Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.
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Cefimak 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. Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Cefimak 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.
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If you are allergic to Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER. Drive only if you are alert as Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER before undergoing any tests.
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The Cefimak 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.
Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER may be used to treat lung infection caused by bacteria. Cefimak 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.
Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER and consult a doctor immediately.
You are not recommended to take Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER with other medicines.
Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is not used to treat viral infections. Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop taking Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Cefimak 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 Cefimak DX 200mg/500mg Tablet ER.
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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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