Cefixime (200mg)+ Potassium Clavulanate (125mg)
Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Epixime
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and Potassium Clavulanate. Cefixime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Potassium Clavulanate is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefixime against bacteria.
Related Warnings
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL. Please consult your doctor.
Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
It is not known whether Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Yes, the use of Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Usually, Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Epixime 200mg/125mg Tablet XL and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
