CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES
About CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES belongs to a group of drugs known as 'antibiotics' used to treat various bacterial infections. It effectively treats infections of the respiratory tract (pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nose, and throat. It is also prescribed to treat STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases). 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.
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES contains Cefixime, Cloxacillin and Lactobacillus sporogenes. Cefixime works by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the outer layer (cell wall) of the bacteria and destroying the bacterial cell wall. Cloxacillin blocks the third and last stage of synthesis of bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). Lactobacillus sporogenes help balance the number of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract (gut) to manage water loss (diarrhoea) due to antibiotics or infections.
You are advised to take CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, and diarrhoea 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 CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic) or have kidney or liver problems. If prescribed by your doctor, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding but use with caution. It will not work for viral infections such as the flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
Uses of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES
Medicinal Benefits
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of bacterial infections. CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES contains Cefixime, Cloxacillin and Lactobacillus sporogenes. Cefixime works by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the outer layer (cell wall) of the bacteria and destroying the bacterial cell wall. Cloxacillin blocks the third and last stage of synthesis of bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). Lactobacillus sporogenes help balance the number of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract (gut) to manage water loss (diarrhoea) due to antibiotics or infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
Drug Warnings
Before starting CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (against any antibiotic) or kidney or liver problems. CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES should not be given to patients allergic to cephalosporin or penicillin antibiotics, a newborn baby with jaundice. It will not work for viral infections like the flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections. If prescribed by your doctor, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding but with caution. If you are using CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES, please do not get a live vaccination (cholera, typhoid, and Bacillus Calmette-Guérin). It is known to interact with CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES and affects its efficacy.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is known to interact with live vaccines (cholera vaccine, typhoid vaccine and Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (is used in a solution to stimulate the immune system in the treatment of bladder cancer and as a vaccine to prevent tuberculosis)), sulphonamides (trimethoprim), other antibiotics (azithromycin, gentamycin), blood thinners (warfarin), anti-gout which decreases uric acid (allopurinol, probenecid), and pain killer (aspirin).
Drug-Food Interactions: CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is known to interact with alcohol. Avoid high-fat meals as this makes it harder for your body to absorb CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES. Eating grapefruit during antibiotics treatment can prevent the body from utilizing CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES properly. So, avoid intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the antibiotic. Avoid taking too many calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, gout, colitis (bowel disease that affects the large intestine, irritating, inflammation, and ulcers in the colon), and marrow toxicity (bone marrow suppression).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionCEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES should not be taken along with alcohol as it may decrease the effectiveness of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES.
Pregnancy
safe if prescribedCEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES can be used in pregnancy. However, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES should be taken with caution and only if prescribed by a doctor.
Breast Feeding
safe if prescribedCEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES can be used by breastfeeding women. However, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES should be taken with caution and only if prescribed by a doctor.
Driving
safe if prescribedIt is safe to drive a motor vehicle after using CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES.
Liver
cautionCEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 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
cautionCEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES 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
cautionCEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on the age and severity of the infection.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which helps digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, buttermilk, and cheese.
- Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
- Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder antibiotics' absorption.
- Avoid the consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
- Avoid the usage of tobacco.
Special Advise
- Even if you feel better after taking CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES, do not stop until your doctor says so. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.
- 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 CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES.
- Stop taking CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash or swelling of the face, throat, tongue and breathing difficulties while taking it.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can get a bacterial infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections.
FAQs
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract (pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nose, throat, and sexually transmitted infections.
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is an antibiotic combination that works by killing the bacterial cell wall and treating a wide variety of bacterial infections.
No, this is an antibiotic medication. You need to complete the full course even if you start to feel better to prevent the return of infection and resistance to CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES.
Generally, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is safe to be taken in diabetic patients. If you experience unpleasant side effects, consult your doctor and do as advised. Sometimes, dose adjustment might be required in elderly patients with diabetes.
No, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is not suitable for treating fever and cold, as these are typically caused by viral infections, and CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
No, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is not effective for treating the flu, as the flu is caused by a virus and this medication is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
Experiencing diarrhoea after taking CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is a common side effect. This occurs because CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES contains antibiotics like cefixime and cloxacillin which can disrupt the balance of good and bad bacteria in gut, leading to diarrhoea. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhoea, please consult your doctor.
The duration for taking CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES depends on the type and severity of the bacterial infection being treated. Therefore, it's important to follow your doctor's instructions and complete the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
If you do not experience improvement after completing your prescribed course of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES, consult your doctor. Your doctor might prescribe a different medication or adjusts the treatment plan.
Yes, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES is effective when used as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES on your own. Do not exceed recommended dose.
If you forget to take a dose of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosage schedule. Do not double the dose to makeup missed dose.
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. It can potentially cause nephrotoxicity (kidney damage). Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney conditions, before starting this CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES as your doctor may need to adjust the dose accordingly.
Take CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES with or without food or as advised by your doctor, but take it at the same time each day to maintain consistency. Swallow CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it. Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and frequency.
The common side effects of CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES are nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, and diarrhoea. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, only if prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES can interact with live vaccines (cholera vaccine, typhoid vaccine and Bacillus Calmette-Guérin), sulphonamides (trimethoprim), other antibiotics (azithromycin, gentamycin), blood thinners (warfarin), anti-gout medications (allopurinol, probenecid), and pain killer (aspirin). So, inform your doctor if you are using any other medications before starting CEFIXIME+CLOXACILLIN+LACTOBACILLUS SPOROGENES.
