Cefixime (100mg) + Azithromycin (125mg)

Cefixime (100mg) + Azithromycin (125mg) — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is mainly used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, such as throat infections, sinus infections, and bronchitis, especially when a broader combination of antibiotics is needed.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Upper and lower respiratory tract infections
• Throat and tonsil infections
• Sinus infections
• Bronchitis
• Certain ear infections

HOW IT WORKS

• Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that stops bacteria from building their protective cell wall, killing them
• Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that stops bacteria from producing proteins needed to grow and multiply
• Together they provide broader coverage against different types of bacteria

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Viral infections like common cold, flu, or most coughs
• COVID-19 or other viral fevers
• Fungal infections
• As a general painkiller or fever medicine
• Without a doctor's prescription for self-diagnosed infections

How to Use Cefixime (100mg) + Azithromycin (125mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once or twice a day
• Can be taken with or without food, but taking it after 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 after a few days
• Do not stop early as this can lead to antibiotic resistance

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
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• Try to take doses at the same time each day to avoid missing them

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
• Do not store in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink

Cefixime (100mg) + Azithromycin (125mg) — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Loose motions or diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Skin rash or itching
• Taste changes
• Vaginal itching or discharge in women

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, throat or difficulty breathing
• Severe watery or bloody diarrhea (may indicate serious gut infection)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
• Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling
• Signs of liver problems like dark urine or persistent vomiting

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

Cefixime (100mg) + Azithromycin (125mg) — Safety Information and Precautions

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

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to cefixime, azithromycin, or any other cephalosporin or macrolide antibiotic
• Have had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin-type antibiotics in the past
• Have a history of liver disease caused by macrolide antibiotics

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have a history of heart rhythm problems (QT prolongation)
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have a history of severe diarrhea after taking antibiotics
• Have myasthenia gravis or other muscle disorders

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium (may reduce absorption)
• Other medicines that affect heart rhythm
• Ergot-containing medicines used for migraine
• Certain cholesterol-lowering statins

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine for a common cold?

No, this medicine works only against bacterial infections and will not help with viral infections like cold or flu.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it may worsen stomach side effects and reduce your recovery.

Should I stop the medicine once I feel better?

• No, complete the full course as prescribed even if symptoms improve, to prevent the infection from returning.
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