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Cefzim 250 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

CEFIXIME-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cosmas Pharmacls Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Cefzim 250 mg Tablet

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet belongs to a group of cephalosporin antibiotics. It is used to treat susceptible organisms (bacteria)-caused infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), chest and lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia) and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections). Additionally, it is also prescribed to treat uncomplicated gonorrhoea (cervical/urethral). 

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet contains Cefixime that works by inhibiting of cell wall synthesis. In turn, Cefzim 250 mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Cefzim 250 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Take Cefzim 250 mg Tablet as directed by the physician. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, loose stools, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, indigestion, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Cefzim 250 mg Tablet if you are allergic to cefixime, other cephalosporin antibiotics, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Before starting the Cefzim 250 mg Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon's inner lining), renal dysfunction, liver disease, and seizure disorders. Do not take this medicine on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking the Cefzim 250 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert as Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may cause dizziness.

Uses of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet

Bacterial Infections

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole. Liquid/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Cefzim 250 mg Tablet in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack. Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Medicinal Benefits

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet is a short-term medication for a wide range of bacterial infections. It prevents the growth of bacteria by stopping the formation of a protective covering which is vital for its growth. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), chest and lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia) and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections). Additionally, it is also prescribed to treat uncomplicated gonorrhoea (cervical/urethral).

How Cefzim 250 mg Tablet Works

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet comprises Cefixime. The bactericidal action of Cefixime is due to the inhibition of cell wall synthesis. In turn, the Cefzim 250 mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Cefzim 250 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
  • Inflammation of Vagina needs immediate attention and cannot be ignored.
  • Get a physical examination and prevent wearing clothes that can hold heat and moisture.
  • Avoid using vaginal sprays or perfumed soaps that increase itching and irritation.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions, and rest well with proper medication.
  • Take a balanced diet and get regular screenings to reduce inflammation.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet

An overdose of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may cause severe vomiting, seizures. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose.

Drug Warnings

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet has occasionally been associated with hypersensitive reactions that result in shock and mortality. If a reaction happens, stop using it. Do not take Cefzim 250 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Cefixime or other cephalosporin antibiotics, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Talk to the doctor before taking Cefzim 250 mg Tablet if you have seizures, liver or renal dysfunction, heart disorder, and inflammation of the colon's inner lining (colitis). Do not take Cefzim 250 mg Tablet without first consulting the doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Drive only if you are alert as Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Cefzim 250 mg Tablet before undergoing any tests.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefuroximeBCG vaccine
Severe
CefuroximeLepirudin
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefuroximeBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may reduce the anti-tumor activity of BCG in the bladder.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving BCG if you are currently being treated with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet. To ensure adequate response to your treatment, you should not receive BCG until after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CefuroximeLepirudin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
The therapeutic efficacy of Lepirudin can be decreased when used in combination with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cefzim 250 mg Tablet and Lepirudin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CefuroximeDalteparin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Dalteparin and Cefzim 250 mg Tablet can increase the blood levels and effects of Dlateparin.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cefzim 250 mg Tablet with Dalteparin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CefuroximeRanitidine
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Taking these medications together might make it harder for your body to absorb atazanavir, which could make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
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Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • After taking the full course of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet , probiotics should be taken to restore some of the healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.

  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.

  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet .

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet as it can dehydrate and affect your sleep. this can make it harder for your body to aid the Cefzim 250 mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

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Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Sunny S

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:29 AM IST

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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CEFIXIME-250MGOther gastroenteritis and colitis of infectious and unspecified origin
Severe
CEFIXIME-250MGChronic kidney disease
Moderate

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CEFIXIME-250MGOther gastroenteritis and colitis of infectious and unspecified origin
Severe
How does the disease interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Colitis: In some cases the use of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may cause ranging from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Colitis is commonly Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD). Discontinue therapy if signs of CDAD are confirmed.

How to manage the interaction:
Antibiotics may cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), which may range from mild diarrhoea to fatal colitis. Cefzim 250 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis (inflammation of the colon) or pseudomembranous colitis (a severe inflammation of the inner lining of the large intestine). Appropriate fluid and electrolyte management, protein supplementation, antibacterial treatment of C difficile, and surgical evaluation is advised.
CEFIXIME-250MGChronic kidney disease
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Renal dysfunction: Cefzim 250 mg Tablet is eliminated by the kidney in an unchanged form. Thus the plasma levels of the drug increase and prolongs the half-life. Adjust the doses of Cefzim 250 mg Tablet as necessary.

How to manage the interaction:
The serum concentration may be increased in patients with impaired kidney function as most beta-lactam antibiotics are eliminated by the kidney. Dose adjustment may be necessary for patients with kidney dysfunction. Regular renal function tests are advised during prolonged or high-dose therapy.
CEFIXIME-250MGDependence on enabling machines and devices, not elsewhere classified
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Dialysis : Most of the antibiotics are eliminated by hemodialysis. Therefore, administer Cefzim 250 mg Tablet after dialysis or an additional dosage to be administered.

How to manage the interaction:
Cefzim 250 mg Tablet serum levels may be decreased by hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Supplemental doses should be given at the end of each hemodialysis session.
CEFIXIME-250MGConvulsions, not elsewhere classified
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
seizure disorders: In some patients, seizures were reported with whom renal dysfunction which incase of dosage adjustment was not done. Discontinue Cefzim 250 mg Tablet if seizures are reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Cephalosporin antibiotics may trigger seizures. Cefzim 250 mg Tablet should be discontinued if seizures associated with drug therapy occur.
CEFIXIME-250MGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
liver disease: With Cefzim 250 mg Tablet, a transient increase in the AST, ALT, and alkaline phosphatase levels was observed. Use with caution and closely monitor for hepatic function is recommended.

How to manage the interaction:
Caution and monitoring is recommended in patients with liver disease as cases of hepatitis have been reported with the use of certain cephalosporins.
CEFIXIME-250MGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Cefzim 250 mg Tablet:
Rarely, cephalosporins use may cause hypoprothrombinemia, with or without bleeding. Monitor for Prothrombin time.

How to manage the interaction:
Cephalosporins may be associated with reduced prothrombin activity/prolonged prothrombin time (blood takes too long to form a clot). Prothrombin time should be monitored in at-risk patients and managed as needed.

FAQs

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet comprises Cefixime. The bactericidal action of Cefixime is due to the inhibition of cell wall synthesis. In turn, the Cefzim 250 mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Cefzim 250 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

If you forget to take Cefzim 250 mg Tablet , take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Yes, Treating urinary tract infection (UTI) by Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may be a good alternative. However, it should be taken under the supervision of the healthcare professional.

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet is active against a very wide spectrum of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes (the cause of strep throat), Hemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, E. coli, Klebsiella, Proteus mirabilis, Salmonella, Shigella, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

No, It does not treat colds, flu, or other virus infections. It is meant for only specific bacterial infections.

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet was effective in the treatment of bacterial sinus infections in adults and was well tolerated.

No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician to prevent specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.

Cefzim 250 mg Tablet may alter certain laboratory test results like glucose (sugar) in the urine. Inform your doctor before undergoing the above test.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E.coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.

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