Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Composition of Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Cefidol 100 mg Tablet contains Cefixime (100mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.

Uses of Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Bacterial infections Bacterial infections can affect different parts of the body
• such as the lungs
• throat
• and urinary tract. Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic that works by killing the bacteria causing the infection. This helps relieve symptoms
• clear the infection
• and prevent it from spreading or worsening. Continue taking it for the full prescribed duration to ensure complete recovery and reduce the risk of recurrence.

How Cefidol 100 mg Tablet works

Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How to take Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Cefidol are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.

Do not take Cefidol if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

How to store Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Cefidol 100 mg Tablet

Take Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better. Stopping Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT too early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT, especially if fever or infection-related dehydration is present. Diarrhea may occur while taking Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT, but it usually resolves after completing the treatment course. Use oral rehydration fluids if diarrhea occurs, and contact your doctor if it becomes severe or bloody. Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergy to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics before taking Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT. Stop taking Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT and seek immediate medical help if you develop a rash, itching, swelling of the face or mouth, or difficulty breathing. Inform your doctor if you are taking blood thinners or other medicines that may interact with antibiotics. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve within a few days of starting Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT. Do not use leftover antibiotics or share Cefidol 100mg Tablet DT with others. Report symptoms such as vaginal itching or discharge that may occur due to secondary yeast infection after antibiotic use.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CAREZONE LIFE SCIENCE

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Cephalosporin

Chemical class:

Cephalosporins