Formic O 100 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 chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

Formic O 100 Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactobacillus (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, Formic O 100 Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria. Lactobacillus 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. Lactobacillus prevents diarrhea and loss of beneficial bacteria in the intestine lost due to a prolonged intake of Formic O 100 Tablet . Thus, together Formic O 100 Tablet helps in the prevention of infections.  Formic O 100 Tablet will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

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 even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic (antibiotic resistance). You may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, gas, heartburn, and allergy in some cases. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.  

Before starting Formic O 100 Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Formic O 100 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 breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking Formic O 100 Tablet . As far as it is known, Formic O 100 Tablet may be used in pregnancy. Consideration should be given to discontinuing nursing temporarily during treatment with cefixime.
 

 Formic O 100 Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactobacillus (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. Lactobacillus 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. Lactobacillus prevents diarrhea and loss of beneficial bacteria in the intestine lost due to a prolonged intake of Formic O 100 Tablet . Thus, together Formic O 100 Tablet helps in the prevention of infections. Formic O 100 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).   

• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Vomiting
• Gas
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Diarrhoea

In some cases, the use of Formic O 100 Tablet causes antibiotic-associated diarrhea, however, Lactobacillus sporogenes in this medicine prevent these symptoms. Inform your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU) as Formic O 100 Tablet may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before taking Formic O 100 Tablet if you have diabetes as Formic O 100 Tablet liquid dosage form contains sucrose. Long-term use of Formic O 100 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 Formic O 100 Tablet if you have epilepsy,  diabetes, stomach problems, kidney, or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Formic O 100 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Formic O 100 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 10 years old unless recommended by a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Formic O 100 Tablet may reduce the activity of the vaccines, including cholera vaccine, live, typhoid vaccine. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive any above-mentioned vaccines, until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Formic O 100 Tablet can occasionally cause kidney problems, and using it with furosemide may increase that risk. Anticonvulsant medication (carbamazepine), anticoagulant( Warfarin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol intake as it may lead to drowsiness and affect Formic O 100 Tablet absorption.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have kidney/liver problems, colitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the colon), or seizure disorders.

• FUROSEMIDE
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• WARFARIN

• Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet.  
• Avoid taking too much calcium, iron-enriched foods, and drinks as it might affect the working of Formic O 100 Tablet .
• Avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages with Formic O 100 Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Formic O 100 Tablet in fighting off infections.

• Even if you feel better after taking Formic O 100 Tablet , do not stop taking it until your doctor says so. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and will make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.
• Formic O 100 Tablet can affect growing teeth, so it should be avoided during pregnancy and in children less than 10 years old.
• Formic O 100 Tablet should not be consumed beyond its expiry date as after that it breaks down into harmful chemicals which can damage the kidney.
• Make sure you drink plenty of fluids when you are sick. This will in general help you clear out the infection faster, protect you from dehydration, and will help you overcome some unpleasant side effects of taking Formic O 100 Tablet .

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalised 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. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.