Cefixime + Ornidazole

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.