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Wixim is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Syrup, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Wixim has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wixim. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Wixim side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Wixim 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.
In addition, Wixim's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Wixim has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Wixim related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Wixim contraindications section.
Besides this, Wixim may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wixim, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Wixim 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Wixim safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Wixim in pregnant women.
Is the use of Wixim safe during breastfeeding?
Wixim does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Wixim on the Kidneys?
Wixim may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Wixim on the Liver?
Wixim does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Wixim on the Heart?
Using Wixim does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Wixim 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 Wixim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wixim habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Wixim has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Wixim. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Wixim is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Wixim cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Wixim
Taking Wixim with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wixim
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Wixim with alcohol will be.
Yes, Wixim can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Wixim 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 Wixim 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.
Wixim 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.
Yes, Wixim can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)