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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs. This medicine contains dicloxacillin, cefixime and lactic acid bacillus 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 vomiting, nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, gas, and headache.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin and Lactic acid bacillus. Cefixime and Dicloxacillin work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival, thereby killing bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus belongs to the class of probiotics (live microorganisms that keeps the body healthy) that help to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thus, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to prolonged intake of antibiotics.

Take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Sometimes you may experience vomiting, nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, gas, headache, or vaginal itching. Most of these side effects of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet , penicillin, or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet . Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Hence, consult your doctor for other contraceptive methods, such as using non-hormonal birth control measures that include condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm. Drive only if you are alert, as Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, cause confusion, unusual muscle movements, or stiffness.

Uses of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Do not take it while sleeping or lying down to prevent stomach irritation or heartburn.

Medicinal Benefits

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, and Lactic acid bacillus used to treat bacterial infections. Cefixime and Dicloxacillin are broad-spectrum antibiotics that act against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. They interfere with the formation of the bacterial cell walls (a protective covering) necessary for their survival, thereby, killing bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic (live microorganisms that keeps the body healthy) that helps restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thus, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to prolonged intake of antibiotics.

How Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet Works

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin and Lactic acid bacillus. Cefixime and Dicloxacillin work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival, thereby killing bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus belongs to the class of probiotics (live microorganisms that keeps the body healthy) that help to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thus, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to prolonged intake of antibiotics.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Gas
  • Headache
  • Vaginal itching

What if I have taken an overdose of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Consult the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet , penicillin, or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet . Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss other contraceptive methods with your doctor, such as using non-hormonal birth control measures that include condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert as Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, cause confusion, unusual muscle movements, or stiffness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet before undergoing any tests.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
DicloxacillinMethotrexate
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hifen Lxx 200 Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Hifen Lxx 200 Tablet 10's with Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Hifen Lxx 200 Tablet 10's or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DicloxacillinMethotrexate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hifen Lxx 200 Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Hifen Lxx 200 Tablet 10's can increase the levels and effects of methotrexate. This can increase the risk or severity of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Hifen Lxx 200 Tablet 10's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, mouth ulcers, paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

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

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet to restore 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 cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet .
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while using Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor may prescribe Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor may prescribe Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, cause confusion, unusual muscle movements, or stiffness. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 10 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

FAQs

Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs.
Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, and Lactic acid bacillus. Cefixime and Dicloxacillin work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival, Thereby, killing bacteria. Lactic acid bacillus belongs to the class of probiotics that helps to restore good bacteria in the intestines.
Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet may be used to treat lung infections caused by bacteria. Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and prevents the spread of infection.
Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet use may result in diarrhoea. The harmful bacteria are eliminated by this antibiotic. The beneficial bacteria in your bowel or stomach are also impacted, which results in diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you are having persistent diarrhoea.
You are not recommended to take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet with other medicines.
Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet is not used to treat viral infections. Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet , please consult your doctor.
Consult the doctor if you do not get better even after completing the course of treatment. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens during treatment with Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet .
The common side effects of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet may include vomiting, nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, gas, headache, or vaginal itching. Most of these side effects of Hifen Lxx 200 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad ? 500 018. Telangana, INDIA.
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