Cef-OD Tablet 200mg

About Cef-OD Tablet 200mg

Cef-OD Tablet 200mg Uses

• Urinary tract infections
• Typhoid fever caused by susceptible bacteria
• Throat and tonsil infections
• Middle ear infections (otitis media)
• Acute bronchitis and other respiratory tract infections

Cef-OD Tablet 200mg Benefits

• Broad activity against common gram negative and gram positive bacteria
• Convenient once or twice daily oral dosing
• Effective alternative when injectable antibiotics are not needed
• Well absorbed orally with reliable clinical response

What Experts Say

Doctors prescribe cefixime for bacterial infections that need a reliable oral antibiotic, especially when the infecting organism is known to respond to third generation cephalosporins. It is commonly used for urinary tract infections, throat infections and typhoid fever in general practice. Many clinicians favor it because a short once or twice daily course improves how well patients stick to treatment.

Physicians usually confirm the type of infection with a physical exam or lab test before starting therapy, since cefixime does not treat viral illnesses like flu or common cold. Completing the full course, even after symptoms improve, is stressed to prevent antibiotic resistance and relapse.

Patients with a history of severe penicillin allergy are evaluated carefully before receiving a cephalosporin, since a small percentage may react to both drug classes. Doctors also review kidney function and current medicines to rule out interactions before prescribing this tablet.

Drug Class

• Third generation cephalosporin
• Oral antibiotic

Cef-OD Tablet 200mg formula

• Cefixime

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Cef-OD Tablet 200mg?

• Take with or without food, as advised by your doctor
• Swallow the tablet whole with water
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
• Take doses at evenly spaced intervals
• Do not double the dose if one is missed

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid: Increases cefixime blood levels by slowing its elimination from the body.
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk and require closer INR monitoring.
• Oral Typhoid Vaccine: Antibiotics can reduce the vaccine's effectiveness, so spacing between doses is advised.
• Carbamazepine: Cefixime may raise carbamazepine levels in the blood.

Risks and warnings

• Penicillin Allergy: Patients with a severe penicillin allergy history need caution due to possible cross reaction.
• Diarrhea Risk: Can cause diarrhea, including rare but serious colitis linked to antibiotic use.
• Kidney Impairment: Dose may need adjustment in patients with reduced kidney function.
• Prolonged Use: Extended or repeated use may lead to a secondary infection such as oral thrush.

Cef-OD Tablet 200mg Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Indigestion
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling, hives or difficulty breathing
• Severe watery or bloody diarrhea, a possible sign of colitis
• Yellowing of skin or eyes, a rare sign of liver involvement
• Unusual bleeding or bruising (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep tablets away from direct sunlight
• Complete the prescribed course and discard any leftover tablets after treatment ends
• Keep out of reach of children