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Hifen Lxx is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Hifen Lxx have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Hifen Lxx depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Common side effects of Hifen Lxx include Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hifen Lxx can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Hifen Lxx normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Hifen Lxx is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Hifen Lxx has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Hifen Lxx related warnings section.
Hifen Lxx is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Hifen Lxx have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Hifen Lxx may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Hifen Lxx, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Hifen Lxx is used to treat the following -
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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Hifen Lxx safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Hifen Lxx on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Hifen Lxx safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Hifen Lxx on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Hifen Lxx will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Hifen Lxx on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Hifen Lxx on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Hifen Lxx will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Hifen Lxx on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Hifen Lxx on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Hifen Lxx will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Hifen Lxx on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Hifen Lxx on heart. So it is not known whether taking Hifen Lxx will cause side effects on heart or not.
Hifen Lxx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hifen Lxx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hifen Lxx habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Hifen Lxx.
Interaction between Food and Hifen Lxx
There is no information on the effects of taking Hifen Lxx with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hifen Lxx
Information about the interaction of Hifen Lxx and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Hifen Lxx is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Hifen Lxx can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Hifen Lxx 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.
Hifen Lxx 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, Hifen Lxx 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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