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Maxif Benefits & Uses

Maxif is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection

Maxif 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

Maxif Related Warnings

Is the use of Maxif safe for pregnant women?

Maxif may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Maxif again without your doctor's advice.

Safe
Is the use of Maxif safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Maxif. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Safe
What is the effect of Maxif on the Kidneys?

Maxif may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Maxif on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Maxif on the liver have been reported.

Safe
What is the effect of Maxif on the Heart?

Maxif is rarely harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Maxif with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Mild

Probenecid

Maxif Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maxif 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
Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Maxif

Is this Maxif habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Maxif.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Maxif. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Maxif is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Maxif for mental disorders.

No

Maxif Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Maxif

Some foods when eaten with Maxif can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxif

Consuming Maxif with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Maxif

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Maxif with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Maxif can be taken with augmentin, 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Maxif cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Maxif can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Maxif?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Maxif 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

Is Maxif safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Maxif 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Maxif with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Maxif 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.