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Cefixime + Ornidazole

Uses of Cefixime + Ornidazole

  • Cefixime + Ornidazole is a combination antibiotic used to manage various bacterial and parasitic infections.
  • It is also effective for treating dental infections like periodontitis and abscesses, gastrointestinal infections, and as a preventive measure against post-operative infections.

Side effects of Cefixime + Ornidazole

  • Diarrhoea

  • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Abdominal pain

  • Headache

How Cefixime + Ornidazole works

  • Cefixime + Ornidazole is a combination used to treat a variety of bacterial and protozoal infections.

  • Cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin. It works by blocking certain proteins, called penicillin-binding proteins, in the bacterial cell wall. This interrupts the formation of the cell wall, leading to the breaking apart and death of the bacterial cell.

  • Ornidazole is a 5-nitroimidazole derivative. Inside bacterial and protozoal cells, it transforms into reactive radicals that damage cellular DNA, proteins, and membranes, thereby causing cell death.

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Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

  • Cefixime + Ornidazole can be taken orally (tablets and suspensions).

Age and Dose Restrictions

  • This medication is suitable for both adults and children.

Contraindications

  • Cefixime + Ornidazole should not be administered to patients who have known hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or nitroimidazoles.

Other Medications to Avoid

  • Cefixime + Ornidazole may interact with anticoagulants (such as warfarin) and mood enhancers (like lithium carbonate)

Overdose and Missed Dose

  • Overdosing on Cefixime + Ornidazole may cause neurological symptoms such as seizures and muscle spasms. If an overdose is suspected, immediate medical attention should be sought.

  • In case a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as it is remembered. However, if the time for the next dose is near, the missed dose should be skipped to avoid double dosing.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary, generally harmless and resolve when 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 can alleviate common gastrointestinal side effects like diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain.

  • If the medication causes dizziness or fatigue, lying down and resting may help alleviate these symptoms.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

  • The use of Cefixime + Ornidazole can impair your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery due to potential neurological side effects such as dizziness and fatigue.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

  • It should be used only when the benefits outweigh the risks. It is advisable to consult a doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

  • Patients with renal impairment need to be cautious while taking Cefixime + Ornidazole, as dose adjustment may be required. Those on dialysis may require supplemental doses after dialysis sessions.

  • This medication should be used with caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases like colitis.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

  • Maintain good personal hygiene to prevent the spread of infectious diseases for which this medication is taken.

  • Ensure appropriate hydration and balanced nutrition to support overall health and recovery from the infection.

  • Rest adequately to allow your body to recover from the infection.

Frequently asked questions

No, Cefixime + Ornidazole are not steroid. This combination comprises an antibiotic and an antiprotozoal agent used to manage bacterial and parasitic infections.

Cefixime + Ornidazole can occasionally cause dizziness and fatigue as side effects, which might impact your sleep. If you experience prolonged sleep disturbances, consult your doctor.

Cefixime + Ornidazole does not affect fertility. However, if you are planning a pregnancy or if you have concerns about fertility, discuss this with your doctor.

Cefixime + Ornidazole starts working soon after you take it, but the time to experience relief from symptoms will depend on the type and severity of your infection.

The best time to take Cefixime + Ornidazole would be as instructed by your doctor. It is usually taken at evenly spaced intervals.

Cefixime + Ornidazole requires a doctor's prescription and is not available over the counter.

No, Cefixime + Ornidazole does not cause dependency as it is an antibiotic medication and not a narcotic or psychoactive substance.

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