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Safix Lb, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Safix Lb also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Safix Lb depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Common side effects of Safix Lb include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Normally, these side effects of Safix Lb are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Safix Lb's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Safix Lb has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Safix Lb related warnings section.
Safix Lb can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Safix Lb in conditions like Allergy.
Besides this, Safix Lb may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Safix Lb is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Safix Lb is used to treat the following -
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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Safix Lb is used -
Common
Is the use of Safix Lb safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Safix LB in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Safix Lb safe during breastfeeding?
Safix LB does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safix Lb on the Kidneys?
Safix LB can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Safix Lb on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Safix LB. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Safix Lb on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Safix LB on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Safix Lb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safix Lb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safix Lb habit forming or addictive?
Safix Lb is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Safix Lb as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Safix Lb only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Safix Lb is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Safix Lb
It is safe to take Safix Lb with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safix Lb
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Safix Lb as it can have severe side effects.
Discontinuing Safix LB 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, [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.
Safix LB 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.
No, you can not buy Safix LB 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 Safix LB 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience