Caricef Capsules 400Mg

Description

Caricef 400 mg capsule, containing Cefixime, is an antibiotic from the group of Cephalosporin. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria. Caricef 400 mg capsule is used to treat several bacterial infections, including the following:

• Bronchitis: airways infection
• Gonorrhea: sexually transmitted disease
• Acute bacterial sinusitis: infections of the sinuses
• Urinary tract infections: infection involving the ureters, bladder, or urethra.

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Directions For Use

In most cases, 1 – 2 tablets are taken every day with a glass of water. However, the dosage is mostly dependent on the patient’s condition, age, and response to treatment. Please consult your doctor for further information.

Please store Caricef 400 mg capsule at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture.

Safety Information/Precautions

Following are the precautions for using Caricef 400 mg capsule:

• Caricef 400 mg capsule is only indicated for treating bacterial infections. It has no effect on viral or fungal infections, including flu, cold, and allergic symptoms.
• Please inform your doctor about your relevant medical history and any existing or previous diseases before starting Caricef 400 mg capsule.
• Please inform your doctor if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or currently suffer from it.
• Please inform your doctor if you have had any allergic reactions to any antibiotics, including cephalosporins, before starting Caricef 400 mg capsule.
• Please inform your doctor if you have any kidney, heart, or liver disease before starting Caricef 400 mg capsule.
• If you have taken Caricef 400 mg capsule already for your infection, please inform your doctor about it, including mode and duration of administration.
• Please inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, herbs, or supplements before using Caricef 400 mg capsule to avoid any adverse side effects.
• Please complete the entire course of treatment to prevent recurrence of infection.
• Please inform your doctor regarding use of Caricef 400 mg capsule before any dental or surgical procedure.
• If Caricef 400 mg capsule makes you dizzy, please avoid driving and operating machinery after using it.

Following are the contraindications for using Caricef 400 mg capsule:

• Allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Viral or fungal infection.
• Severe heart, kidney, or liver disease.
• Pregnancy or lactation.

Following are the side effects of using Caricef 400 mg capsule:

• Abdominal cramps
• Gas
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Allergic reactions

Although no adverse effects have been reported in pregnant females, it is recommended not to take this medicine unless absolutely necessary. Please consult your doctor before use.

The effects of this product are Although no adverse effects have been reported in nursing females, it is recommended not to take this medicine unless absolutely necessary. Please consult your doctor before use.

Faqs

How long should cefixime be used?

It should be taken once or twice in a day for about 7 to 14 days. And can be taken with or without food.

How long can cefixime 400 mg stay in our body?

Its elimination half life is 3 to 4 hours and excreted via kidney and biliary mechanism

Can cefixime be called a strong antibiotic?

It is a broad spectrum antibiotic i.e. it is effective against a wide variety of bacteria

Which are known side effects of cefixime?

Common ones include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite & constipation

Which bacteria’s can cefixime kill?

It can effectively treat infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Hemophilus influenzae, E. coli, Salmonella, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.