CEFI XL D 200MG RF

Uses and Benefits of CEFI XL D 200MG RF (CEFIXIME (200MG) + DICLOXACILLIN (500MG) + LACTOBACILLUS (90MILLION SPORES))

This medicine is used to treat various bacterial infections, especially those involving skin, soft tissue, respiratory tract, ENT and urinary tract, where mixed or resistant bacteria are suspected.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis and sinusitis
• Ear, nose and throat infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Infections after surgery, as advised by the doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that stops bacteria from building their protective cell wall, killing them
• Dicloxacillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic that targets bacteria resistant to plain penicillin, especially certain Staphylococcus strains
• Together they widen the range of bacteria covered
• Lactobacillus is a beneficial probiotic that restores healthy gut bacteria disturbed by antibiotics, reducing diarrhoea and stomach upset

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Viral infections like common cold, flu or most sore throats
• Fungal infections
• Fever without a diagnosed bacterial cause
• As a general painkiller or for symptomatic relief alone

Always use this medicine only for the condition and duration your doctor has prescribed.

Side Effects of CEFI XL D 200MG RF (CEFIXIME (200MG) + DICLOXACILLIN (500MG) + LACTOBACILLUS (90MILLION SPORES))

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Loose motions or diarrhoea
• Mild abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Gas or bloating
• Metallic or unusual taste in mouth

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, throat or difficulty breathing
• Severe or bloody diarrhoea, especially if it continues after stopping the medicine (may indicate a serious gut infection)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine (signs of liver problems)
• Unusual bleeding, bruising or persistent sore throat and fever
• Severe skin reaction with blistering, peeling or widespread rash

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use CEFI XL D 200MG RF (CEFIXIME (200MG) + DICLOXACILLIN (500MG) + LACTOBACILLUS (90MILLION SPORES))

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with a glass of water
• Can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet or capsule whole; do not crush or chew unless your doctor says so
• Complete the full course even if you feel better before finishing it, to prevent the infection from returning or becoming resistant
• Take doses at evenly spaced times each day as advised
• Do not take extra doses to make up for a missed one

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Never double the dose to catch up

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• If reconstituted as a liquid, check label for how long it can be stored and whether refrigeration is needed

Safety Information and Precautions for CEFI XL D 200MG RF (CEFIXIME (200MG) + DICLOXACILLIN (500MG) + LACTOBACILLUS (90MILLION SPORES))

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, other cephalosporins, penicillins, or any component of this medicine
• Have a history of severe allergic reaction to beta-lactam antibiotics

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have a history of gut disorders like colitis
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have any known drug allergies
• Are taking other medicines, including over-the-counter drugs or supplements

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Other antibiotics
• Probenecid
• Oral contraceptive pills, which may become less effective
• Live vaccines, as antibiotics may reduce their effectiveness

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop the medicine once I feel better?

No, complete the full course as prescribed to fully clear the infection and prevent resistance.

Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

Only if your doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk, so always consult before use.

Why does this medicine contain a probiotic?

• The probiotic helps maintain healthy gut bacteria and reduces diarrhoea often caused by antibiotics.
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