Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet

Name: Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet
Brand: MICRO LABS
Price: 97.46 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

Product introduction

Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Cefixime (200mg). It is used for bacterial infections. It belongs to the group of medicines called Fluoroquinolone, Nitroimidazole.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet are loose motions, nausea, stomach pain and rash. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet works.

Uses

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits

In Bacterial infection: Ritecef O kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back.
In Chest infection: Ritecef O treats bacterial infections of the chest, easing the cough, fever and breathlessness as the bacteria are cleared.
In Urinary infection: Ritecef O clears the bacteria behind burning, frequency and pain on passing urine.
In Ear and throat infection: Ritecef O treats bacterial infections of the ear, throat and sinuses, relieving the pain and fever they cause.
In Typhoid: Ritecef O kills the typhoid bacteria in the blood and gut, bringing down the fever and preventing the complications of untreated typhoid.

Side effects

Most side effects of Ritecef O are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Loose motions
Nausea
Stomach pain
Rash
Thrush

Stop the medicine and get help at once 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.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT may be taken with or without food.

How it works

Ritecef-O 200 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.

Safety advice

AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingSAFE: Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.

Warnings & precautions

Use with caution in patients with a history of seizures, renal impairment, or myasthenia gravis. Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

Take Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better.
Stopping Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT too early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat.
Drink plenty of fluids while taking Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT, especially if fever or infection-related dehydration is present.
Diarrhea may occur while taking Ritecef-O 200 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 Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT.
Stop taking Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT and seek immediate medical help if you develop a rash, itching, swelling of the face or mouth, or difficulty breathing.

Fact box

Chemical class: Cephalosporins
Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: ANTI INFECTIVES
Action class: Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Interaction with drugs

Antacids, sucralfate, iron supplements may reduce the absorption of Ofloxacin.
Caution with other CNS-active drugs.

Storage

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

Same salt & strength options

Ximeceff 200 Tablet DT, Hifen 200 DT Tablet, Omnix 200 DT Tablet, Extacef 200 DT Tablet, Ziprax 200 DT Tablet

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO, manufacturer labeling, established medical literature
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: MICRO LABS

Good to know

Common questions

What is Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet used for?

Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

Bacterial infection: Ritecef O kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back. It is also used for chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection.

What is the salt in Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime (200mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet work?

Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT is an antibiotic.

Is Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?

Yes. Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

The side effects reported most often with Ritecef O are Loose motions, Nausea, Stomach pain, Rash, Thrush. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Ritecef O.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet.

What if I miss a dose of Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ritecef-O 200 Tablet DT, take it as soon as possible.

Is Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet habit forming?

No. Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet starts at ₹97 (MRP ₹103) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 200 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet?

Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet is manufactured by MICRO LABS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet delivered?

Ritecef O 200 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.

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Know this medicine

Product introduction

Uses

Benefits

Side effects

How to use

How it works

Safety advice

Warnings & precautions

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you take too much

Quick tips

Fact box

Interaction with drugs

Storage

Same salt & strength options

References

Manufacturer details

Quick reference

Common questions

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