Cefitax: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefitax Benefits & Uses

Cefitax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Cefitax Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefitax Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefitax safe for pregnant women?

Cefitax is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefitax safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefitax.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefitax on the Kidneys?

Cefitax rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefitax on the Liver?

Cefitax is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefitax on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cefitax for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefitax with Other Drugs

Cefitax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Cefitax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefitax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefitax

Is this Cefitax habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefitax has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cefitax can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefitax only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Cefitax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefitax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefitax

It is safe to take Cefitax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefitax

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefitax.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefitax

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefitax over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cefitax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cefitax good for tooth infection?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Cefitax can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Cefitax?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefitax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefitax for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefitax can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Cefitax?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefitax can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.