Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

Composition of Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime (200mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.

Uses of Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

• Maxicef 200 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract
• skin & soft-tissue
• ear
• blood
• genital and lungs (pneumonia).

Key benefits

• Effective against a variety of bacterial infections
• convenient once-daily dosing
• well-tolerated
• suitable for children

How Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet works

Maxicef 200 mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How to take Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

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

• Vomiting Nausea Stomach pain Indigestion Diarrhea

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 Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy. Monitor for signs of superinfection.

Do not take Maxicef O 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, probenecid, and other antibiotics may affect the efficacy of cefixime.

How to store Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

Store at room temperature (20-25°C), away from light and moisture.

Expert advice for Maxicef O 200 mg Tablet

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>Your doctor has prescribed Maxicef 200 mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.</div></li> <li><div>Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.</div></li> <li>Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.</li> <li><div>Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.</div></li> <li>Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Maxicef 200 mg Tablet as it may cause increased side effects.</li> <li><div>Discontinue Maxicef 200 mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.</div></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Cephalosporin