Taxim-O 400 Tablet (Cefixime 400mg)

Medical Description

Taxim O Tablet contains cefixime as its active ingredients. It is an antibiotic medicine. Taxim O Tablet is used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, stomach and reproductive tract. Cefixime inhibits the formation of the cell wall and kill the various susceptible bacterial organisms. Take this medicine as prescribed and for the prescribed duration. Always complete the course of the treatment, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure. Inform your doctor, if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements your take and all the conditions or diseases you have before starting this medicine.

Uses of Taxim O 400 MG

Taxim O Tablet is used for the treatment of bacterial infection caused by various susceptible bacterial organisms mainly of the ear, nose, urinary tract, throat, chest and lungs.

Contraindications of Taxim O 400 MG

If you are allergic to cefixime or any other cephalosporin antibiotics including penicillin or any other ingredient of Taxim O Tablet

Side effects of Taxim O 400 MG

Severe diarrhoea
Watery diarrhoea with fever and weakness
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Itching or skin rash
Vaginal discharge
Headache

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have kidney disease or kidney failure
You have severe skin adverse reactions
You had or have encephalopathy characterized by fits, confusion, altered consciousness, feeling less alert
You have a blood disorder known as haemolytic anaemia (the breakdown of red blood cells)

Mode of Action of Taxim O 400 MG

How Does It Work?
Cefixime in Taxim O Tablet works by stopping the growth of bacterial cell wall which eventually leads to the death of the bacteria.

Directions for Use of Taxim O 400 MG

Taxim O Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. It would be best if you take it at a fixed time for optimal results and you should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Taxim O 400 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Taxim O Tablet when used concomitantly with the blood thinner such as warfarin may enhance effects of the anti-clot medicine, thus the prolong clotting time and can cause bleeding.
Alcohol or medicines containing alcohol as a component along with cefixime or other cephalosporins can cause adverse effects like sweating, headache, increased heartbeat, redness of the skin.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.

Storage and disposal of Taxim O 400 MG

Store Taxim O Tablet at or below 25°C
Protect from light and moisture
Keep out of the reach of children and pet

Dosage of Taxim O 400 MG

Overdose
If you have taken too much of Taxim O Tablet, seek medical care immediately, as this medicine may damage your brain (Encephalopathy).
Missed a Dose
It is advisable to complete the course of antibiotics and do not miss any dose. If you have missed any dose of this medicine, take it as early as you remember. If it is the time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosage schedule. Do not take the a double dose of the medicine to compensate for the missed one.