Chifnir 300mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Chifnir 300mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
Chifnir 300mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Chifnir 300mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Chifnir Tablet
Benefits of Chifnir Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Chifnir 300mg Tablet 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 Chifnir Tablet
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 Chifnir
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Vaginal moniliasis
- Abdominal pain
- Vaginal inflammation
- Protein in urine
- Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase
- High lymphocyte count
- Lymphocytopenia
- Microhematuria
- Increased urine leukocytes
How to use Chifnir Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Chifnir 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Chifnir 300mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chifnir 300mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chifnir 300mg Tablet 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 Chifnir 300mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Chifnir 300mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Chifnir 300mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Chifnir 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Chifnir 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Chifnir 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Chifnir 300mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Chifnir 300mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Chifnir 300mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet as it may cause increased side effects.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Chifnir 300mg Tablet effective?
Chifnir 300mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Chifnir 300mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can I drink milk while taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet?
Yes, you may drink milk while taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet. In fact, you must not take Chifnir 300mg Tablet on an empty stomach and take it with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. If stomach upset occurs, please consult your doctor.
Can the use of Chifnir 300mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Chifnir 300mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Chifnir 300mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria but can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
What if I forget to take a dose of Chifnir 300mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Chifnir 300mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
What should you avoid while taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet?
You must avoid antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, iron supplements, or multivitamins, while taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet. It is best to take these medicines at least 2 hours before or after taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet.
How long does Chifnir 300mg Tablet take to work?
Usually, Chifnir 300mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
What if I do not get better after using Chifnir 300mg Tablet?
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.
Can I stop taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Chifnir 300mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. Still, you need to take this medicine for the prescribed duration to gain maximum benefit from the medicine.
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Country of origin: India
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