Omextil

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  • Manufactured by: OM Biotec
  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg)

Omextil Information

Omextil is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Omextil have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Omextil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Omextil Benefits & Uses

Omextil is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Omextil 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
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Tonsillitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Omextil Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Omextil safe for pregnant women?


    Omextil is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Omextil safe during breastfeeding?


    Omextil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Omextil on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Omextil on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Omextil on the Liver?


    Using Omextil does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Omextil on the Heart?


    Omextil is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Omextil with Other Drugs

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


Omextil Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Omextil

  • Is this Omextil habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Omextil.

    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 Omextil can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Omextil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Omextil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Omextil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Omextil


    You can take Omextil with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Omextil


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Omextil with alcohol will be.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Omextil

Question over 5 years ago

Can Omextil cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Omextil has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Omextil with ibuprofen?

Yes, Omextil can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Omextil cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Omextil does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Omextil. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 

Question over 4 years ago

Does Omextil treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Omextil can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Omextil affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Omextil might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

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