Taxim O Syrup

Taxim O Syrup 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 Syrup 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 Syrup.

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.

This medication 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 Syrup 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.

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Pneumonia

• Bone And Joint Infections

• Skin And Structure Infection

• Respiratory Tract Infection

• Gonococcal Infection

• Allergy

• Lidocaine

• Calcium-containing products

• Liver Disease

• Renal Impairment

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Chest Pain

• Fever

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Sore Throat

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Dizziness

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

• Acid Or Sour Stomach

• Change In Taste

• Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for a duration of up to 20 to 36 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 3 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patient with kidney disease. Dose adjustment is needed in case of renal impairment.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in a patient with liver disease. Dose adjustment is needed in case of Liver impairment. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine does not cause any harmful side effects.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine usually does not affect the patients ability to drive.

• 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?

  Contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This medication 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 Lab Test

  It may influence the result of following lab tests: Positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate, false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Cholera Vaccine : Avoid cholera vaccine if the patient has taken Taxim O Syrup within 14 days before vaccination. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.
  • Ethinyl Estradiol : The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.
  • Amikacin : You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are taken together. This interaction is more likely to occur if you have a 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.
  • Cyclosporine : You may experience vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness and headache if these medicines are used together. 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 : Avoid taking this medicine if it leads to severe diarrhea, abdominal pain or blood in stools. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.
  • Seizure Disorders : Use with caution if you have any seizure disorder or a family history of seizures. Discontinue if seizure is due to Taxim O Syrup. Start with appropriate Anticonvulsant medicine if it is clinically indicated.

• Interaction with Food

  It may be administered with food, however, delay in absorption is observed.

• Ques : What is Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : Taxim O Syrup is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infection. This medicine does not work for viral infections like the flu. It works by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for their development.

• Ques : What are the uses of Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : Taxim O Syrup is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Urinary Tract Infection, Tonsillitis, Pharyngitis, and Bronchitis. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions of Fungal and Gonococcal Infections.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : Taxim O Syrup has some commonly reported side effects. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These are Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Dark or clay-colored stools, Swelling of the face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands, and feet, Dizziness, Acid or sour stomach, excessive gas in the stomach, Heartburn, Indigestion, Redness of the skin, Chest pain, Sore throat, and Unusual tiredness.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure Taxim O Syrup remains unreachable to children and pets. Proper disposal of the expired and unused medications is important to avoid health problems.

• Ques : Will Taxim O Syrup work for treating cold and flu?

  Ans : This medication belongs to an antibiotic class of drugs, hence Taxim O Syrup won't work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. If you use antibiotics when they are not needed, it increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment.

• Ques : Is there any special dietary instruction which I should follow?

  Ans : Continue your normal diet unless your doctor asks you to change.

• Ques : Is Taxim O Syrup can be used to treat diarrhoea?

  Ans : No, Taxim O Syrup is not prescribed to treat diarrhoea.

• Ques : Is it safe to give Taxim O Syrup to infants?

  Ans : The safety of Taxim O Syrup, in case of newborns or infants aging less than 6 months, has not been positively established. Thus you need to consult a doctor before administering this medicine to an infant.

• Ques : Does Taxim O Syrup is a penicillin variant?

  Ans : No, Taxim O Syrup is not a penicillin variant. This medication belongs to cephalosporin antibiotic and functions in a similar way to that of penicillin. Concurrent use of these two must be discussed with a doctor.

• Ques : Does Taxim O Syrup cause loose-motion?

  Ans : Diarrhoea is a known side effect of Taxim O Syrup although it has been associated with higher doses only.

• Ques : Is constipation associated with Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : Constipation is an unusual side effect of Taxim O Syrup. In case, it causes persistent constipation and seems circumstantially related to the ingestion of this medication, must consult a doctor.

• Ques : Does Taxim O Syrup interact with contraception?

  Ans : No such evidence suggested the effect of Taxim O Syrup on contraceptive medications.

• Ques : Can I take acetaminophen along with Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : No interactions have been clinically proven between Taxim O Syrup and Acetaminophen (Paracetamol). It is advisable to consult a doctor before concurrent use of these two medicines.

• Ques : How long does Taxim O Syrup take to work?

  Ans : Taxim O Syrup start working as soon after you ingest it. However, it may take a few days to kill the harmful bacteria and relieve the symptoms completely. It is advised to complete the medication course for the suggested days.

• Ques : What if I do not get better after using Taxim O Syrup?

  Ans : Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

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