Taxim O 200 MG Tablet

Taxim O Tablet is used to treat infections such as bronchitis (infection of the air tubes to the lungs), gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease) and infections of ear, throat, tonsils etc. This medication also treats the common cold and urinary tract infections.

This medicine only treats bacterial infections and doesn’t work for viral infections like flu. It works as an antibiotic by stopping the growth of bacteria and also killing it. Taxim O 200 MG Tablet usually taken at intervals of 12 or 24 hours. It should be taken at the same time every day. If you miss a dose, it’s better to skip that dose if it’s already too late. Overdosing can cause harmful effects in your body.

It is important to check all the ingredients before the medication. It can help you avoid having allergic reactions later in case you are allergic to any of the ingredients. This medication can be harmful to pregnant women. Hence if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant soon, don’t take Taxim O 200 MG Tablet.

It is best to get approval from the doctor regarding the safety of this medication. Thus notify you doctor if you are:

• Taking any prescribed drugs or dietary supplements.
• Having any history of liver disease or kidney problems.

Taxim O Tablet can cause certain side effects too. Some common side effects are: diarrhea, stomach pain, gas, heartburn, nausea and vomiting. These side effects usually go away on their own. But if these symptoms are severe, you should take medical help.

However, some side effects can be serious and calls for immediate medical attention. These are : stomach cramps, rash, itching, hives, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, swelling of face, tongue throat etc. Taxim O 200 MG Tablet should be stored in a tightly closed container. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat. Keep them out of the reach of children.

After acute overdose, most agents cause only nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, although neuromuscular hypersensitivity and seizures are possible, especially in patients with renal insufficiency; many beta-lactam antibiotics have the potential to cause neuromuscular hyperirritability or seizures.

Hemodialysis may be helpful to aid in the removal of the drug from the blood but not usually indicated, otherwise most treatment is supportive or symptom directed following GI decontamination.

Take as directed, at regular intervals around-the-clock (with or without food). Chilling oral suspension improves flavor (do not freeze). Complete full course of medication, even if you feel better. Drink 2-3 L fluid/day. If diarrhea occurs, yogurt or buttermilk may help.

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• Urinary Tract Infection

• Pneumonia

• Bone And Joint Infections

• Skin And Structure Infection

• Respiratory Tract Infection

• Otitis Media (Infection Of Ear)

• Gonococcal Infection

• Calcium-containing products

• Allergy

• Abdominal Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Dyspepsia

• Dizziness

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Chest Pain

• Fever

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Sore Throat

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Change In Taste

• Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Taxim O 200 mg Tablet persists for 20 to 36 hours of consumption of the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of Taxim O 200 mg Tablet starts showing after 2 to 3 hours of consumption.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Although Taxim O 200 mg Tablet is mostly safe during pregnancy, the doctor must be consulted before taking the medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet is not habit forming.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet must not be used during breastfeeding as small amounts are secreted into the breast milk. This can result in diarrhoea in the baby.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet has no ill-effect with alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is safe to drive while on this medicine unless it causes dizziness as a side effect.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet is not safe for patients with known kidney disorders.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet does not affect the liver.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Taxim O 200 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Skifi 200 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Claforan O 200 MG Tablet

  Sanofi India Ltd

• Cifadin 200 MG Tablet

  Alembic Ltd

• Nurocef 200 MG Tablet

  Neuron Pharma (P) Ltd

• Powercef O 200 MG Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Taxim O 200 mg Tablet, skip it unless there is a lot of time before the next dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If the overdose of Taxim O 200 mg Tablet shows fatal symptoms, immediately inform the doctor.

Taxim O 200 MG Tablet belongs to the third generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

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

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet has no interaction with alcohol.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate (Benedict's solution, Clinitest®, Fehling's solution), false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Increased effect: Probenecid may decrease cephalosporin elimination.
  • Increased toxicity: Furosemide, aminoglycosides may be a possible additive to nephrotoxicity.

• Interaction with Food

  Taxim O 200 mg Tablet may interact with calcium-rich food.

• Interaction with Disease

  Prolonged use may result in superinfection; modify dosage in patients with renal impairment; use with caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy especially IgE-mediated reactions (eg, anaphylaxis, urticaria); may cause antibiotic-associated colitis or colitis secondary to C. difficile.

• Ques : What is Taxim O 200 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Taxim O 200 MG Tablet is a prescription medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as Cephalosporin Antibacterials. Cephalosporins medicines are antibacterials that kill bacteria by interfering in the building of the cell wall of bacterias. Taxim O 200 MG Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic and is used to treat a variety of conditions such as urinary tract infections, throat infections and lung infections caused by different bacterias.

• Ques : What Taxim O 200 MG Tablet is used for?

  Ans : Taxim O 200 MG Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases such as Urinary Tract Infection caused by E. coli and Pseudomonas Aeruginosa. It is further used for the treatment of Pharyngitis, Bronchitis and Gonococcal Infection caused by Neisseria Gonorrhoeae. The patient should consult a doctor before using Taxim O 200 MG Tablet for any of the above conditions about its dosage and side effects it may cause.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Taxim O 200 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects that may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Taxim O 200 MG Tablet. This is an exhaustive list. These side-effects have been observed but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. These are Diarrhea, Dizziness, Acidic or Sour Stomach, Heartburn, Indigestion, and Sore Throat. Besides these, it also treats a cough, confusion, excessive air or gas in stomach and swelling of the face, lips, eyelids, and hands. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be promptly consulted.

• Ques : How long should I take Taxim O 200 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Taxim O Tablet should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor. The results have shown that it is not tendency forming i.e the body does not get addicted to this medicine. It should be taken in the same dosage and duration as prescribed by a doctor. The patient can take this medicine with or without food. The patient should consult the doctor if any undesirable side effects are experienced. Taxim O 200 MG Tablet should not be stopped without the advice of the doctor.

• Ques : Can I stop taking Taxim O 200 MG Tablet when I feel better?

  Ans : No, Taxim O 200 MG Tablet is a prescribed medication. Patient should consult a doctor before stop taking this medication.

• Ques : Is Taxim O 200 MG Tablet a strong antibiotic?

  Ans : Yes, Taxim O 200 MG Tablet is a strong antibiotic.

• Ques : Can the use of Taxim O 200 MG Tablet cause diarrhea?

  Ans : Yes, using Taxim O 200 MG Tablet can cause Diarrhea. It can also lead to various side effects such as Stomach Ache, Itching, Heartburn, Nausea, and Skin Rashes.

• Ques : Is Taxim O 200 MG Tablet used in typhoid?

  Ans : Yes, Taxim O Tablet used is used in Typhoid.

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