Biozil Capsule 400mg

About Biozil Capsule 400mg

Biozil Capsule 400mg Uses

• Treats respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia
• Used for urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Treats middle ear infections in adults and children
• Used for uncomplicated gonorrhea caused by susceptible strains

Biozil Capsule 400mg Benefits

• Effective against a broad range of common bacteria
• Once or twice daily dosing improves treatment convenience
• Stable option for infections resistant to older antibiotics
• Available in a capsule form suited for adult patients

What Experts Say

Cefixime is a third generation cephalosporin, a step up from older cephalosporins in terms of the bacteria it can cover. It stops bacteria from building their protective cell wall, which causes the bacterial cell to weaken and die. Its broader spectrum makes it useful when infections do not respond to first line antibiotics.

Doctors often choose Cefixime for respiratory and urinary infections because it can be taken once or twice daily, which helps patients complete the full course. It remains inactive against many resistant hospital acquired bacteria, so it is generally reserved for community acquired infections rather than severe hospital infections.

As with any antibiotic, the full prescribed course should be finished even after symptoms improve. Stopping early increases the chance that surviving bacteria develop resistance. People with a history of severe penicillin allergy should discuss this with their doctor before starting Cefixime.

Drug Class

• Third generation cephalosporin
• Beta lactam antibiotic
• Broad spectrum antibacterial

Biozil Capsule 400mg formula

• Cefixime Trihydrate 400mg

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Biozil Capsule 400mg?

• Take Biozil capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor
• Swallow the capsule whole with water
• Take with or without food, though food may ease stomach discomfort
• Try to take doses at the same times each day
• Finish the complete course even if symptoms improve early

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin: Cefixime may increase the blood thinning effect of warfarin in some patients.
• Carbamazepine: Combined use can raise carbamazepine levels in the blood.
• Probenecid: This medicine can raise Cefixime levels by slowing its removal from the body.
• Oral Contraceptives: Antibiotics can occasionally reduce the reliability of birth control pills.

Risks and warnings

• Allergy History: Avoid if you have a known allergy to cephalosporin or penicillin antibiotics.
• Kidney Disease: Dose may need adjustment in people with reduced kidney function.
• Pregnancy: Use only if your doctor confirms the benefit outweighs any risk.
• Colitis History: Use with caution in people with a history of bowel inflammation.
• Diarrhea: Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea develops during treatment.

Biozil Capsule 400mg Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Dizziness
• Indigestion

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool dry place
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep the capsules in their original pack
• Keep out of reach of children