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About Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR belongs to the class of medications called ‘antibacterial’ primarily taken to treat various bacterial infections of the ears, lungs and urinary tract. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and Moxifloxacin. Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that prevents the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that stops bacteria from making a copy of their genetic material (DNA), thereby killing and stopping bacterial infection growth. Thus together, Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR treats the infection effectively.

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be taken as advised by your doctor. Take this Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may cause common side effects like headache, dizziness, stomach pain, nausea, flatulence, and diarrhoea. These side effects need not require any medical attention. If it persists, please consult your doctor immediately.

Do not use Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR If you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using other prescription and non-prescription medicines. Before taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/planning to get pregnant/breastfeeding. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have diabetes, low potassium levels, epilepsy or hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), heart diseases, kidney diseases and liver diseases. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in clostridium difficile infection (inflammation of the colon caused by the bacteria clostridium difficile) and pseudomembranous colitis (swelling or inflammation of the large intestine).

Uses of Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR

Bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Take Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR in the dose and for the duration advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a full glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Medicinal Benefits

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and  Moxifloxacin belong to the class of medications called ‘antibacterials’. Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that prevents the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that stops bacteria from making a copy of their genetic material (DNA), thereby killing and stopping bacterial infection growth. Thus, Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR treats your infection effectively.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not use Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR If you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using other prescription and non-prescription medicines. Before taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/planning to get pregnant/breastfeeding. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution if you have diabetes, low potassium levels, epilepsy or hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), heart diseases, kidney diseases and liver diseases. Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in clostridium difficile infection (inflammation of the colon caused by the bacteria clostridium difficile) and pseudomembranous colitis (swelling or inflammation of the large intestine). Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MoxifloxacinBepridil
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MoxifloxacinBepridil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Coadministration of Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Bepridil may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Bepridil is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Call a doctor if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Combining Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sotalol with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MoxifloxacinQuinidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using quinidine together with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Quinidine can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Ziprasidone is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MoxifloxacinSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using saquinavir together with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Saquinavir can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Taking Amiodarone and Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amiodarone and Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; it can be taken if advised by a doctor. If you get dizziness, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
MoxifloxacinProcainamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using procainamide together with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Procainamide can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using Disopyramide together with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Disopyramide is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using dronedarone together with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Dronedarone is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; it can be taken if advised by your doctor. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations.
MoxifloxacinHalofantrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR:
Using Halofantrine together with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with Halofantrine is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; it can be taken if advised by your doctor. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR 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 restore the good bacteria of the intestine. 
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your 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 Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR. 
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR in fighting off infections.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

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FAQs

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and  Moxifloxacin. Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that prevents the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that stops bacteria from making a copy of their genetic material (DNA), thereby killing and stopping bacterial infection growth. Thus together, Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR treats your infection effectively.

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may cause common side effects like headache, dizziness, stomach pain, nausea, flatulence, and diarrhoea. These side effects need not require any medical attention. If it persists, please consult your doctor immediately.

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR cannot be stopped suddenly, even if you feel better. Please complete the course of Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR. Discontinuing the Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR might result in recurring infection or not curing the infection completely.

Do not take Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with antimalarial drugs. When taken together,Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR and antimalarial drugs might cause harmful side effects such as increased heartbeat or other serious heart problems. So please consult your doctor before taking Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with an anti-malarial drug.

Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in diabetes, low potassium levels, epilepsy or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), heart diseases, kidney diseases and liver diseases.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • AMIODARONE
  • WARFARIN
  • HEPARIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • DIDANOSINE
  • HALOPERIDOL
  • ASTEMIZOLE

Special Advise

  • Take adequate rest for a faster recovery, take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water.
  • Take Tabocef M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR with food to avoid an empty stomach.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial Infections: 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. Some bacterial infections are abdominal infections, chronic bronchitis, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, eye infections and gonorrhoea.

Abdominal infections: Abdominal infections lead to symptoms like fever, belly pain, chest pain or shoulder pain, lack of appetite, nausea and vomiting, change in bowel movements, and rectal tenderness or fullness. Some abdominal infections include peritonitis (inflammation of the membrane lining the abdominal wall and covering the abdominal organs), diverticulitis (inflammation of pouches that can form in your intestines), cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder) and cholangitis (inflammation of the bile duct system).

Chronic bronchitis: It is long-term inflammation of the bronchi. It is common among smokers. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Respiratory tract infections: Respiratory tract infection (RTI) is any infectious disease of the upper or lower respiratory tract. Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) include the common cold, laryngitis, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute rhinitis, acute rhinosinusitis and acute otitis media.

Urinary tract infection (UTI): Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of your urinary system: kidneys, bladder, ureters and urethra. Symptoms include a strong, persistent urge to urinate, a burning sensation when urinating, passing frequent and small amounts of urine, and urine that appears cloudy.

Gonorrhoea: Gonorrhea is an infection caused by a sexually transmitted bacterium that infects both males and females. It often affects the urethra, rectum or throat. In females, gonorrhoea can also infect the cervix. Gonorrhoea is most commonly spread during vaginal, oral or anal sex. Symptoms include painful urination and abnormal discharge from the penis or vagina. Men may experience testicular pain, and women may experience pain in the lower stomach.

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