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Pedixim is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Pedixim has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pedixim. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Pedixim side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pedixim normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pedixim has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pedixim related warnings talks about Pedixim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pedixim are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Pedixim have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Pedixim is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Pedixim 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 Pedixim safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pedixim without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Pedixim safe during breastfeeding?
Pedixim does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Pedixim on the Kidneys?
Pedixim rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pedixim on the Liver?
Pedixim is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pedixim on the Heart?
You can take Pedixim without any fear of damage to the heart.
Pedixim 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 Pedixim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pedixim habit forming or addictive?
Pedixim does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pedixim you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pedixim is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pedixim cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pedixim
It is safe to take Pedixim with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pedixim
Information about the interaction of Pedixim and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Pedixim 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.
Yes, Pedixim 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.
Yes Pedixim 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.
Pedixim and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Discontinuing Pedixim 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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)