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Safix Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Safix Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Safix Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Safix Tablet include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Such side effects of Safix Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Safix Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Safix Tablet related warnings talks about Safix Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Safix Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Safix Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Safix Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Safix Tablet 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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Is the use of Safix Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Safix during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Safix Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Safix is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safix Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Safix. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Safix Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Safix. 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 Tablet on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Safix on heart. So it is not known whether taking Safix will cause side effects on heart or not.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safix Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safix Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Safix Tablet 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 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Safix Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Safix Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Safix Tablet
Taking Safix Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safix Tablet
Taking alcohol with Safix Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Safix can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
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 is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Safix can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Safix can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
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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)
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019
