Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Abbott
Active Ingredient Cefixime (400mg) + Levofloxacin (500mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating4.9
User Reviews356

FAQ

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What if I miss my dose?
Take Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
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What if I don't get better after using Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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Can the use of Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
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Can I stop taking Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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What if you forget to take Cefi L Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg Tablet Reviews

Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.

Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg 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.

Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.

How Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg Tablet Works

Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefixime and Levofloxacin. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of the bacteria in the human body. Levofloxacin works by preventing the bacteria from reproducing and repairing themselves. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

How to Use Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg Tablet

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. Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses of Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg Tablet

  • Bacterial infections

Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Alcohol  SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney  CAUTION
Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • 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.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Discontinue Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • You have been prescribed Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • You have been prescribed Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • 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.
  • Discontinue Cefi L 400 mg/500 mg and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

References

  1. Levofloxacin. Puerto Rico: Janssen Ortho LLC; 1996 [revised Sep. 2008].
  2. Cefixime. Mandideep, India: Lupin Limited; 1986 [revised May 2012].
  3. Cefixime. Guildford, Surrey: SANOFI; 2009 [revised 28 Jun. 2018].

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