CEFTAS O DS Tablets

Uses and Benefits of CEFTAS O DS Tablets (Cefixime 400mg + Ofloxacin 400mg)

This combination medicine is mainly used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, and other body systems where a broad-spectrum antibiotic is needed.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Urinary tract infections
• Respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis
• Ear, nose and throat infections
• Typhoid fever
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Other bacterial infections as advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Cefixime works by weakening the bacterial cell wall, causing the bacteria to die
• Ofloxacin works by blocking enzymes bacteria need to copy their DNA, stopping them from multiplying
• Together they give a broader coverage against different types of bacteria

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Viral infections such as common cold, flu, or most sore throats
• Fungal infections
• As a general painkiller or fever medicine
• Without a doctor's prescription or diagnosis confirming bacterial infection

Side Effects of CEFTAS O DS Tablets (Cefixime 400mg + Ofloxacin 400mg)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Loss of appetite
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Sleep disturbance
• Vaginal itching or discharge in women

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe watery or bloody diarrhea
• Signs of allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips, throat, or difficulty breathing
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling
• Tendon pain, swelling, or sudden difficulty moving a joint
• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
• Seizures or unusual confusion

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

How to Use CEFTAS O DS Tablets (Cefixime 400mg + Ofloxacin 400mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually as a tablet taken by mouth
• Can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Complete the full course even if you feel better before finishing it
• Take doses at evenly spaced times each day as directed
• Drink plenty of fluids while on this medicine

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as normal
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging until it is time to take it
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard any unused or expired medicine safely

Safety Information and Precautions for CEFTAS O DS Tablets (Cefixime 400mg + Ofloxacin 400mg)

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should not be taken without a doctor's advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to cefixime, ofloxacin, or other cephalosporin or fluoroquinolone antibiotics
• Have a history of tendon problems linked to fluoroquinolone use
• Are a child or growing adolescent, unless specifically advised by a doctor
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor says it is necessary

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have a history of epilepsy or seizures
• Have myasthenia gravis or other nerve-muscle disorders
• Have a history of heart rhythm problems
• Have diabetes
• Are elderly, as risk of tendon problems is higher

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Antacids, iron, or zinc supplements (space doses apart)
• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Other medicines affecting heart rhythm
• NSAIDs like ibuprofen when combined with fluoroquinolones
• Theophylline and certain diabetes medicines

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop taking it once I feel better?

No, stopping early can lead to incomplete treatment and antibiotic resistance; complete the full course as prescribed.

Can I take this medicine with milk?

Dairy products can reduce absorption of some antibiotics, so it is best to take it with water and check with your pharmacist.

Is it safe to drive after taking this medicine?

• Some people feel dizzy or drowsy, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
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