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Safix Dry Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Safix Dry Syrup have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Safix Dry Syrup. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Safix Dry Syrup include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Usually, these side effects of Safix Dry Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safix Dry Syrup is Unknown for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Safix Dry Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Safix Dry Syrup related warnings section.
Safix Dry Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Safix Dry Syrup in conditions like Allergy.
Besides this, Safix Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Safix Dry Syrup 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
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Is the use of Safix Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Safix is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safix Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safix Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Safix Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Safix Dry Syrup only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Safix Dry Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Safix Dry Syrup
Taking Safix Dry Syrup with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safix Dry Syrup
Taking alcohol with Safix Dry Syrup 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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