Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus is a combination medication primarily used for treating various bacterial infections and belongs to the class of antibiotics and probiotics.
It is indicated for use in middle ear infections (otitis media), tonsillitis and pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, acute bronchitis, exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and skin and soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus.
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Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus is a combination medicine of antibiotics and probiotics.
Cefixime, an antibiotic, belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporins. It works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell walls, making them weak. This results in the rupture and death of the bacteria, thereby eliminating the infection.
Dicloxacillin, another antibiotic in this mix, belongs to the family of penicillins. It also disrupts the production of the bacterial cell wall, leading to the death of harmful bacteria.
Lactobacillus is a probiotic that works by replenishing the normal gut flora. When taking antibiotics, there is a risk that beneficial bacteria in your gut could be killed along with harmful bacteria. Lactobacillus helps to restore these good bacteria, maintaining a healthy balance in your gut. This prevents complications such as antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
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Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus can be taken orally (capsule and dry syrup).
This combination medicine is generally prescribed for adults and children above the age of 12 years.
Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to cephalosporins or penicillins. Patients with severe kidney disease should also avoid this combination due to potential kidney damage.
This combination may interact with anticoagulants (such as warfarin), antacids and H2 blockers (like ranitidine and famotidine), uricosuric agents (like probenecid) and oral contraceptives (like ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel).
An overdose of this medication may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. If you observe these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.
If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Most side effects of Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus are temporary and generally harmless and resolve upon discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Drinking plenty of water may help manage diarrhoea and nausea.
If you experience dizziness after taking this medicine, refrain from standing up too fast. Get up slowly from a lying or sitting position.
This medicine may cause dizziness. Therefore, it is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus until you are sure that it does not affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Consult your doctor before using Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as it may not be safe to use this medicine in these conditions.
Patients with kidney disease should be cautious as the dose may need to be adjusted based on their kidney function.
Additionally, patients with liver disease should also exercise caution, as liver damage is a potential side effect of long-term use.
Drinking plenty of fluids can help prevent urinary tract infections.
For skin infections, it is recommended to keep the skin clean and dry, avoid direct contact with others who have skin infections, and avoid sharing personal items like towels and bed linens.
Frequently asked questions
No, Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus is not a steroid. This combination consists of two antibiotics, Cefixime and Dicloxacillin, and a probiotic, Lactobacillus.
There is no direct reference indicating that the combination of Cefixime + Dicloxacillin + Lactobacillus affects sleep. However, some people may experience dizziness as a side effect, which might indirectly affect sleep.
There is no specific evidence or research indicating that the intake of this combination affects fertility in humans.
Yes, it is safe to take this medication daily, as prescribed by your doctor.
The time taken for this medication to work can vary depending on the type of infection being treated. It is advisable to continue taking the medication for the full course prescribed by your doctor.
This medication can be taken at any time of the day. However, it should be taken at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level in your body.
This medicine is typically prescribed for short-term use to manage specific bacterial infections. Long-term use is generally not recommended unless advised by your doctor.
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