Manufacturer : Cefixime (25mg)

Made In: Alkem Laboratories Ltd

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Taxim-O Drops is an antibiotic medicine. It is commonly given to children to treat a wide range of bacterial infections targeting the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. It can also be used in treating uncomplicated typhoid fever in children and adolescents. Taxim-O Drops is best given an hour before or two hours after meals as that ensures better absorption. In case your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with meals. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again but do not double the dose if it's the time for the next dose. Do not give this medicine to your child in case of cold and flu symptoms as they are usually caused by viruses, and antibiotics don?t treat viral infections. Doctors prescribe this medicine for cough and cold only when they detect any underlying secondary bacterial infection. This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and allergy. Usually, these episodes subside once your child?s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay. Narrate your child?s complete medical history to your child?s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child?s overall treatment. USES OF TAXIM-O ORAL SUSPENSION Treatment of Bacterial infections BENEFITS OF TAXIM-O ORAL SUSPENSION In Treatment of Bacterial infections Taxim-O Drops is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. SIDE EFFECTS OF TAXIM-O ORAL SUSPENSION Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Taxim-O Abdominal pain Allergy Nausea Stomach pain Indigestion Diarrhea HOW TO USE TAXIM-O ORAL SUSPENSION Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Taxim-O Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. HOW TAXIM-O ORAL SUSPENSION WORKS Taxim-O Drops is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol SAFE Consuming alcohol with Taxim-O Drops does not cause any harmful side effects. warnings Pregnancy SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Taxim-O Drops is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Taxim-O Drops is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Taxim-O Drops, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. warnings Driving SAFE Taxim-O Drops does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney CAUTION Taxim-O Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Taxim-O Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor. warnings Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Taxim-O Drops is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Taxim-O Drops is recommended. However, consult with your child?s doctor before giving this medicine to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE TAXIM-O ORAL SUSPENSION? Unless your child?s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it?s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.