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Efixime is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Efixime have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Efixime depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Efixime side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Efixime 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Efixime is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Efixime has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Efixime related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Efixime have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Efixime with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Efixime, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Efixime 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Efixime safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Efixime without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Efixime safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Efixime.
What is the effect of Efixime on the Kidneys?
Efixime may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Efixime on the Liver?
Efixime is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Efixime on the Heart?
Using Efixime does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Efixime 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 Efixime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efixime habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Efixime is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Efixime you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Efixime is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Efixime cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Efixime
Taking Efixime with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efixime
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Efixime and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, you can not buy Efixime 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Efixime and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Efixime 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.
Yes, Efixime can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)