Olficef Tablet (Cefixime 200mg / Ofloxacin 200mg)

Medical Description

Olficef Tab contains a combination of Cefixime and Ofloxacin which belongs to a class of cephalosporin and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, respectively.

Uses of Olficef Tablet

It is used for the treatment of typhoid fever and urinary tract infections.

contraindications
Contraindications of Olficef Tablet
If you are allergic to Cefixime, Ofloxacin, Cephalosporins like Cefuroxime, Fluoroquinolones like Ciprofloxacin or any of the ingredient of this medicine
If you have a history of fits or any brain related disorders
If you have a history of tendon disorder
This medicine should not be given to children or growing adolescents as it may interfere with their growth
If you have a family history of red blood cell disorder (defects in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase activity)
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Side effects of Olficef Tablet

Allergic reactions involving joint pain, rashes, swelling of face, difficulty in breathing and other skin problems
Bleeding and formation of fluid bumps around lips, mouth, nose and genitals
Stomach problems like nausea, vomiting, loose stools, stomach pain
Headache, dizziness, abnormal sensation in ears, sleep disturbances
Cold, runny nose and sneezing
Irritation in eyes and blurred vision

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You experience allergic reactions including serious skin allergies in different body parts (fluid-filled blisters, bumps, rashes and skin degradation)
You have diarrhoea, cramps, pain and fever after taking this medicine
You have a kidney problem and you are on dialysis
You have blood disorders like anaemia and inherited blood disorder (G6PD deficiency)
You have problems related to liver and kidney and you are taking medicine to prevent blood clotting
You have a history of tendonitis (inflammation of tissue which connects muscles to bone) after taking antibiotics or myasthenia gravis
You are experiencing fits, difficulty in movement, confusion, other mental disorders (Psychosis)
You are experiencing pain, a pins-and-needles sensation, numbness and weakness in various body parts
You experience suicidal thoughts
You are experiencing irregular heartbeats, low potassium levels or have had heart disease
You are a diabetic taking medicines, then caution is needed as this medicine can cause low blood sugar. Close monitoring of blood glucose may be needed
You are experiencing vision disturbances

Mode of Action of Olficef Tablet

How Does It Work?
This combination works by causing the death of the infection-causing bacteria.

Directions for Use of Olficef Tablet

It should be taken as a whole with sufficient amount of water with or without food
Complete the course of the medicine as prescribed by your doctor

Interactions of Olficef Tablet

Interactions with other medicines
This medicine should be taken at least two hours before taking acidity medicines, any preparations containing zinc and iron and certain anti-HIV drugs like Didanosine
Risk of getting fits increase if you are taking medicine to treat asthma-like theophylline, to reduce inflammation (Ibuprofen)
Should be used with caution if you are taking medicines which can alter your heart rhythm like Quinidine, Hydroquinidine, Disopyramide, antidepressants like Clomipramine, Amitriptyline, antibiotics li…
You may experience low blood sugar if you are taking any medicine for diabetes like Glibenclamide
This medicine interferes with the working of blood-thinning medicines like Warfarin
You may experience tendon rupture if you are taking any medicines used to treat inflammation and pain (corticosteroids) like betamethasone, prednisone

Storage and disposal of Olficef Tablet

Store this medicine below 25°C in a cool and dry place
Protect it from catching moisture
Keep the medicine out of reach of children

Dosage of Olficef Tablet

Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include confusion, dizziness, altered consciousness, fits, irregular heartbeat, nausea, confusion
In the case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit your nearest hospital
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember
If it’s time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule
Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one
It is advisable not to miss any dose of antibiotics as it can result in failure of therapy