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Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet


Your child’s medicine at a glance

Sofixim 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.

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

Uses of Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet in children

Benefits of Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet for your child

In Bacterial infections

Sofixim 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. Sofixim 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 Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet in children

Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Sofixim AZ

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

How can I give Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet to my child?

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

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Sofixim AZ Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Sofixim 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

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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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FAQs

Sofixim AZ Tablet

What is Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet used for?

Sofixim 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 Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Sofixim 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 Sofixim 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 Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Sofixim 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 Sofixim 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 Sofixim AZ 200mg/250mg Tablet?

Before taking Sofixim 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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