Azithromycin + Cefixime + Lactobacillus

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Azithromycin + Cefixime + Lactobacillus can be taken orally (tablet and suspension).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children above 10 years of age.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to macrolides, cephalosporins, or lactobacillus.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antacids containing aluminium or magnesium (such as mylanta and rolaids), blood thinners (such as warfarin), and certain heart medications (such as digoxin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Azithromycin + Cefixime + Lactobacillus can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. In case of a suspected overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is near the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and diarrhoea, take the medication with food or milk.

• Stay well-hydrated to help manage side effects like diarrhoea.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Azithromycin + Cefixime + Lactobacillus may cause side effects such as dizziness or sleepiness, impacting your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. If you experience these side effects, refrain from such activities until you feel normal.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this combination.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with kidney disease, liver and heart disease should use Azithromycin + Cefixime + Lactobacillus with caution. Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage or monitor you more closely for side effects.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Regular hand washing and avoiding close contact with people who are sick can help prevent the spread of bacterial infections.

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