Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Cefixime (200mg) + Azithromycin (250mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Globus Labs |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection. Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefixime and Azithromycin. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. Azithromycin stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
What is Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet used for?
Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet is a fixed-dose combination of two antibiotics, cefixime and azithromycin, used to treat patients with bacterial infections. Cefixime is effective against infections of the ear, lung, throat, and urinary tract, while azithromycin is useful in treating ear infections, strep throat, pneumonia, and traveler's diarrhea. Together, they can be used to treat infections of the upper respiratory tract, urinary tract, and sexually transmitted diseases.
What is gonorrhea and its related symptoms?
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can be contracted through oral, vaginal, or anal sex. Many patients with gonorrhea may not exhibit any symptoms, while others may experience symptoms such as pain during sex, pain while urinating, discharge from the penis in males, and changes in normal vaginal discharge in females.
How many days does it take to recover from typhoid?
Typhoid typically takes around seven to fourteen days to resolve, although its duration can range from as short as three days to as long as thirty days. If left untreated, the illness usually lasts for three to four weeks, but can persist for a longer period in some cases. Symptoms can 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. You should take these for 7 to 14 days, and your symptoms should start improving within 2 to 3 days of treatment. It is essential to rest, drink plenty of fluids, and eat regular meals. Additionally, maintaining good personal hygiene, such as regularly washing your hands with soap and warm water, can help reduce the risk of spreading the infection to others.
Can I stop taking Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, it is crucial not to stop taking Athifast 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 Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet as soon as you remember it, but do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
Can the use of Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. As an antibiotic, it kills harmful bacteria, but it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine, leading to diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, consult your doctor about it.
What if I don't get better after using Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
What special precautions should I follow while taking Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet?
Before taking Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are allergic to the medicine, have kidney or liver disease, are pregnant, planning a baby, or breastfeeding.
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. Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- 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 Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Athifast 200mg/250mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Athifast 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.
Pregnancy
Athifast 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.