Avicef 100mg Tablet
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Avicef 100mg Tablet 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).
Avicef 100mg Tablet contains Cefixime, which works by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. In turn, Avicef 100mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Avicef 100mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Take Avicef 100mg 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 Avicef 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to cefixime, other cephalosporin antibiotics, or any other ingredients of this medicine. Before starting the Avicef 100mg 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 Avicef 100mg Tablet. Drive only if you are alert, as Avicef 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness.
Avicef 100mg 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).
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Loose stools
Abdominal pain
Dyspepsia or indigestion
Vomiting
Avicef 100mg Tablet has occasionally been associated with hypersensitive reactions that result in shock and mortality. If a reaction happens, stop using it. Do not take Avicef 100mg 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 Avicef 100mg Tablet if you have seizures, liver or renal dysfunction, heart disorder, and inflammation of the colon's inner lining (colitis). Do not take Avicef 100mg Tablet without first consulting the doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Drive only if you are alert as Avicef 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Avicef 100mg Tablet may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Avicef 100mg Tablet before undergoing any tests.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Avicef 100mg Tablet may interact with certain vaccines (BCG, cholera vaccine, typhoid vaccine), anticoagulant medications (warfarin), and anticonvulsant medications (carbamazepine).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Avicef 100mg Tablet may interact with disease conditions, including colitis (inflammation of the colon's inner lining), renal dysfunction, liver disease, and seizure disorders.
After taking the full course of Avicef 100mg 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 Avicef 100mg Tablet.
Avoid alcoholic beverages with Avicef 100mg Tablet as it can dehydrate and affect your sleep. this can make it harder for your body to aid the Avicef 100mg Tablet in fighting off infections.
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. A few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E.coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can be more prone to bacterial infection.
Alcohol
Caution
It is unknown whether Avicef 100mg Tablet interacts with alcohol. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
Caution
Avicef 100mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it. Please consult your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Avicef 100mg Tablet should be administered to nursing mothers only if the benefits of therapy are judged to outweigh the potential risks to the infant. Hence it is best to consult a doctor before taking the Avicef 100mg Tablet.
Driving
Caution
Caution should be exercised; Avicef 100mg Tablet usually causes drowsiness and confusion, affecting driving ability.
Liver
Caution
Avicef 100mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Avicef 100mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
Caution
Avicef 100mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you are children below 12. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your age.
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