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Xime, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. The alternative uses of Xime have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Xime depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xime can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Xime are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xime is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Xime's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xime related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Xime are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Xime with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xime is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Xime 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 |
| Adult(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Xime safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Xime without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Xime safe during breastfeeding?
Xime does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Xime on the Kidneys?
Xime may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xime on the Liver?
Using Xime does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xime on the Heart?
You can take Xime without any fear of damage to the heart.
Xime should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xime habit forming or addictive?
Xime is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Xime as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Xime only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Xime in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Xime
It is safe to take Xime with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xime
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xime with alcohol will be.
Yes, Xime is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuing Xime on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Xime does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Xime. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Xime does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Xime. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Xime can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312
