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Pacixim is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Pacixim also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Pacixim is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Pacixim side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pacixim 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.
It is also important to note that Pacixim has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pacixim has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pacixim related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pacixim are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Pacixim may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pacixim is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pacixim 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 Pacixim safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Pacixim in pregnant women.
Is the use of Pacixim safe during breastfeeding?
Pacixim does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Pacixim on the Kidneys?
Pacixim rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pacixim on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Pacixim on the liver.
What is the effect of Pacixim on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pacixim for the heart.
Pacixim 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 Pacixim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pacixim habit forming or addictive?
Pacixim does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pacixim as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Pacixim should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pacixim cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pacixim
It is safe to take Pacixim with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pacixim
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pacixim with alcohol will be.
Yes, Pacixim 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.
Discontinuing Pacixim in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes Pacixim is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
No, you can not buy Pacixim 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.
Pacixim 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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