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Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet


Introduction of Fixin-AZ Tablet

Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.

Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet1 and Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet2.

Uses of Fixin-AZ Tablet

Benefits of Fixin-AZ Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to kill the bacteria that cause infections. This combination medicine can be used to treat many different bacterial infections. Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Fixin-AZ 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 Fixin-AZ

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Indigestion
  • Flatulence

How to use Fixin-AZ 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. Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg 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
Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg 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.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet
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Quick tips

Fixin-AZ Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg 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 to come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking $naame and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Omitting after zifi AZ kid tablet.
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Dr need a provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or give opinion or advice medicine. In present situation provisional diagnosis cannot be done without taking into consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination and reports of investigations of patient. Final diagnosis is done after doing investigations if needed. Advice given without doing clinical examination and diagnosis can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient. Please visit me or any other Paediatrician.
Alternative for taxim az or any other medicine that can be taken for throat infection
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
Take azithromycin 500 mg once daily for 3 days
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FAQs

Fixin-AZ Tablet

What is Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet used for?

Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet is a fixed-dose combination of two antibiotics and is used to treat patients with bacterial infections. Cefixime is used to treat infections of the ear, lung, throat and urinary tract. Azithromycin is useful in the treatment of ear infections, strep throat, pneumonia, traveler's diarrhea (loose stools and stomach cramps while traveling). Together they can be used to treat infections of the upper respiratory tract (typhoid and pneumonia), urinary tract and sexually transmitted diseases.

What is gonorrhea and its related symptoms?

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). A patient may get this disease after having oral, vaginal or anal sex. Many patients with gonorrhea do not have any symptoms. Other patients may have symptoms like pain during sex, pain while urinating, discharge from the penis in males and changes in normal vaginal discharge of females.

How many days does it take to recover from typhoid?

Typhoid takes around seven and fourteen days to get cured. However, its duration can be as short as three days, or as long as 30 days. If left untreated, illness usually lasts for three to four weeks, but may be longer in a small number of cases. Symptoms vary from mild to severe to life-threatening.

What is the best treatment for typhoid fever?

If typhoid fever is diagnosed in its early stages, a course of antibiotic tablets may be prescribed to you. You will be needed to take these for 7 to 14 days. Your symptoms will start improving within 2 to 3 days of taking medicines. Make sure you rest, drink plenty of fluids and eat regular meals. You should also maintain good personal hygiene, such as regularly washing your hands with soap and warm water, to reduce the risk of spreading the infection to others.

Can I stop taking Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I miss my dose?

Take Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet as soon you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Can the use of Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

What if I don't get better after using Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

What special precautions should I follow while taking Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet?

Before taking Fixin-AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet tell your doctor if you are allergic to the medicine, or have kidney or liver disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, are planning a baby or are breastfeeding.

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References

  1. Cefixime. Guildford, Surrey: SANOFI; 2009 [revised 28 Jun. 2018]. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. MedlinePlus. Azithromycin. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Cefixime. Mandideep, India: Lupin Limited; 1986 [revised May 2012]. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Azithromycin. Frimley, Camberley: Sandoz Ltd.; 2006 [revised 31 Aug. 2018]. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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