Olficef Tablet (Cefixime)

Olficef Tablet

Olficef 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. Olficef 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 Olficef 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.
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. Olficef 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.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Use

This medicine is used to treat the following problems:

Urinary Tract Infection

Pneumonia

Bone And Joint Infections

Skin And Structure Infection

Respiratory Tract Infection

Otitis Media (Infection Of Ear)

Gonococcal Infection

Bacterial Infections

Side Effects

This medicine is known to cause fewer side effects like:

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

Dosage

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.

Work

Olficef 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. This, in turn, inhibits the final Transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in bacterial cell walls, thus inhibiting cell wall biosynthesis. Bacteria eventually lyse due to ongoing activity of cell wall autolytic enzymes (autolysins and murein hydrolases) while cell wall assembly is arrested.