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Orfix 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Orfix 200 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Orfix 200 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Orfix 200 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Orfix 200 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Orfix 200 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Orfix 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Orfix 200 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Orfix 200 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Orfix 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Orfix 200 Tablet 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 Orfix 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Orfix in pregnant women.
Is the use of Orfix 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Orfix is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Orfix 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Orfix rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Orfix 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Orfix is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Orfix 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Orfix is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orfix 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orfix 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Orfix 200 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Orfix 200 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Orfix 200 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Orfix 200 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orfix 200 Tablet
Taking Orfix 200 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orfix 200 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Orfix 200 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Orfix 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.
Orfix 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.
No, you can not buy Orfix 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.
Orfix 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.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
