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Amaxime, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Amaxime also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amaxime. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amaxime can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amaxime are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amaxime's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amaxime's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Amaxime have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Amaxime may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amaxime is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amaxime is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amaxime is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amaxime safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Amaxime safely.
Is the use of Amaxime safe during breastfeeding?
Amaxime is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amaxime on the Kidneys?
Amaxime rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amaxime on the Liver?
Amaxime is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Amaxime on the Heart?
Amaxime is completely safe for the heart.
Amaxime should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amaxime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amaxime habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amaxime.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amaxime, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amaxime can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amaxime is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amaxime cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amaxime
Taking Amaxime with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amaxime
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amaxime with alcohol will be.
Amaxime works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Amaxime is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Amaxime can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, you can not buy Amaxime over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Amaxime is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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