Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup

Being a cephalosporin antibiotic, Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup helps in treating bacterial infections affecting the skin, tonsils, throat and urinary tract. It also kills the bacteria, which helps in preventing the infection. It is also available in the form of a capsule, tablet and liquid to be taken orally. Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup is usually taken with or without food once or twice in a day. However, it is better to take this medication with food to reduce the symptoms of stomach upset and nausea. You should take the medication as recommended by your doctor.

In case you miss a dose, you can have it as soon as you remember it but do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one. Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup has some mild side effects like gas, heartburn, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. They normally do not require any medical supervision and go away in a few days.

In case of children, you must consult paediatrician before starting the medication as there is a possibility that special care may be required. Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup can show a false-positive result in some diabetic urine-testing products. It can also affect the result of other lab tests. Ensure to inform the people doing the lab test or the doctor if you are under this medication.

• Pyelonephritis

  Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup helps in treating Pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

  Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup helps in treating Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Urinary Tract Infection

  Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup helps in treating infections in the urinary tract caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Impetigo

  Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup treats impetigo which is a highly contagious skin infection caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus.

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins.

• Diarrhoea

• Fever With Chills

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Redness Of Skin

• Joint Pain

• Muscle Pain

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Acid Or Sour Stomach

• Heartburn

• Indigestion

• Stomach Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medication is excreted in urine and the effect lasts for a duration of 4 to 8 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup could be observed in 1 to 1.3 hours after oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should not use this medication. It is recommended to consult doctor before using Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup is known to be excreted through human breast milk. Take this medication only if clearly needed under doctor's supervision. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea is necessary.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Kidrox 125 MG Syrup

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Droxyceph 125 MG Syrup

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cephbid 125 MG Syrup

  Alembic Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup belongs to the first generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins which would inhibit the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

test

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Chloramphenicol

  The desired effect of Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on clinical condition.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not achieve if these medicines are used together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Furosemide

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in the elderly population with preexisting kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Colitis

  Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup is not recommended in any gastrointestinal disease. It may cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine and causes symptoms like severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools.

  Seizure Disorders

  Use with caution if you suffer from seizures. Discontinue if seizure is due to Cefoxid 125 MG Syrup. Start with appropriate Anticonvulsant medicine if it is clinically indicated.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.