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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Biozim Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, throat infections, eye infections, ear infections, and skin infections. This medicine contains cefixime and lactic acid bacillus (probiotic) which works by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal pain, and headache.
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Rayon Pharmaceuticals

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ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

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Jan-27

Biozim Tablet belongs to a group of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia), and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections). Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce toxins, damaging tissue and making you sick.

Biozim Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactic Acid Bacillus (beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria). Cefixime kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, Biozim Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria. Lactic Acid Bacillus is a beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria (good bacteria) that supports the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestine, maintaining a healthy balance of microflora in the gut environment. Lactic Acid Bacillus prevents diarrhoea due to a prolonged intake of Biozim Tablet . Thus, together Biozim Tablet helps in the prevention of infections.  Biozim Tablet will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

Take Biozim Tablet with or without food. It should be swallowed as a whole, do not crush or chew the tablet. The dose and duration of Biozim Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. It is also recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to severe infection that will stop responding to the antibiotic (antibiotic resistance). Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal pain, and Headache. 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.

Before starting Biozim Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (against any antibiotic) or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Biozim Tablet 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 Biozim Tablet . As far as it is known, Biozim Tablet may be used in pregnancy. Consideration should be given to discontinuing nursing temporarily during treatment with Biozim Tablet .

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Please take Biozim Tablet in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions.

Biozim Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactic Acid Bacillus (beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria). Cefixime prevents bacterial cell growth by preventing the formation of the outer protein layer of bacteria (cell wall) responsible for bacteria's growth and multiplication. Lactic Acid Bacillus is a beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria (good bacteria) that supports the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestine, maintaining a healthy balance of microflora in the gut environment. Lactic Acid Bacillus prevents diarrhoea and beneficial bacteria loss in the intestine due to a prolonged intake of Biozim Tablet . Thus, together Biozim Tablet helps in the prevention of infections. Biozim Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia), and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections).

Biozim Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactic Acid Bacillus (beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria). Cefixime kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, Biozim Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria. Lactic Acid Bacillus is a beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria (good bacteria) that supports the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestine, maintaining a healthy balance of microflora in the gut environment. Lactic Acid Bacillus prevents diarrhoea due to a prolonged intake of Biozim Tablet . Thus, together Biozim Tablet helps in the prevention of infections.  Biozim Tablet will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
  • Nausea (feeling sick)
  • Vomiting
  • Bloating and indigestion
  • Abdominal pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Biozim Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

In some cases, the use of Biozim Tablet causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea; however, Lactic Acid Bacillus in this medicine prevents these symptoms. Inform your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), as Biozim Tablet may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before taking Biozim Tablet if you have diabetes as Biozim Tablet liquid dosage form contains sucrose. Long-term use of Biozim Tablet may affect your blood, kidney, and liver health, so a yearly diagnostics test of these parameters is recommended. Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have epilepsy, diabetes, stomach problems, or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Biozim Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Biozim Tablet is not recommended for use in children below ten years old unless recommended by a doctor.

  • Good hygiene is the most effective strategy to prevent illnesses.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet.  
  • Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods, and drinks as it might affect the working of Biozim Tablet .
  • Avoid having close touch with sick people.
  • Coughing and sneezing should be covered.
  • If you are ill, stay at home.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
  • Stay away from polluted food and water.
  • Avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages with Biozim Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Biozim Tablet in fighting off infections.
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FAQs

Biozim Tablet belongs to a group of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia), and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections).
Biozim Tablet combines two medications: Cefixime and Lactic Acid Bacillus. Cefixime is a type of antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective layer, which is required for bacteria to survive in the human body. On the other hand, Lactic Acid Bacillus is a living microorganism that helps restore the balance of good bacteria in the intestine, which can disrupt antibiotics or intestinal infections.
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Biozim Tablet as it may decrease the absorption of the drug in the stomach. So, avoid taking milk and other dairy products while taking Biozim Tablet for the best result.
No, Biozim Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course is necessary. Otherwise, the infection might reappear in a more severe form, and there will be antibiotic resistance; that is, the antibiotic will not work for the bacteria anymore.
No, Biozim Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course is necessary. Otherwise, the infection might reappear in a more severe form, and there will be antibiotic resistance; that is, the antibiotic will not work for the bacteria anymore
Yes, Biozim Tablet effectively treated bacterial sinus infections in adults and was well tolerated.
In rare cases, Biozim Tablet may cause diarrhoea, which may signify 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.
Biozim Tablet may make bacterial vaccine-like typhoid vaccine ineffective, so it is best to avoid taking any vaccine while taking Biozim Tablet .
A patient is advised to take the missed dose as soon as possible and not to take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Biozim Tablet may alter certain laboratory test results, like glucose (sugar) in the urine. Inform your doctor before undergoing the above test.
Do not take Biozim Tablet for fever and cold as it is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections).
Do not take Biozim Tablet if you have flu as it will not work for flu. It is used to treat bacterial infections. Consult the doctor if you have flu.
Biozim Tablet contains cefixime, an antibiotic that may disrupt the balance of gut bacteria; this may cause reduction in beneficial bacteria leading to diarrhoea.
Biozim Tablet starts working within a few hours. However, it may take a few days to kill the bacteria and make you feel better completely.
If you don’t feel better after using Biozim Tablet , consult the doctor for further evaluation and possible adjustment of treatment.
The side effects of Biozim Tablet include headache, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and abdominal pain. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.
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