Taxim-O Drops

Composition Cefixime (25mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack packet of 10 ml Oral Suspension
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}
Action Class Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Manufacturer address Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400 013.

Taxim-O Drops should be given under the supervision of a doctor or health professional. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Using it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete the full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back or worsen. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Taxim-O Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Taxim-O Drops is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.

Give this medicine with food to avoid an upset stomach.

Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.

Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.

Only give Taxim-O Drops to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.

Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Q. What if I give too much of Taxim-O Drops by mistake?

An extra dose of Taxim-O Drops is unlikely to do harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Taxim-O Drops to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Taxim-O Drops?

Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Taxim-O Drops?

Taxim-O Drops can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Taxim-O Drops. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Taxim-O Drops?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Q. Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Taxim-O Drops on a long-term basis?

The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.

Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?

Yellow or green mucus in the nose does not mean that antibiotics are needed. During a common cold, it is normal for mucus to thicken up and change from clear to yellow or green. Symptoms often last for 7-10 days.

Q. My child is having a sore throat and ear infection. Can I give antibiotics?

No. More than 80% of sore throats and ear infections are caused by a virus and antibiotics are not given for viral infections. If your child has a sore throat, runny nose, a barky cough, pain, and discharge from the ear, it is most likely because of a virus. Consult your child’s doctor to seek guidance.

Q. Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?

In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child’s health. Use antibiotics only after consulting with your child’s doctor.

Q. Can Taxim-O Drops impact my child’s digestive system?

Children often have a sensitive stomach and develop a stomach upset while taking antibiotics. When antibiotics are given, the good bacteria in their gastrointestinal tract may take a hit too. Taxim-O Drops may kill off the good bacteria along with the bad, increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Taxim-O Drops, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.

Q. Can Taxim-O Drops lead to bacterial resistance in my child?

Yes, irregular treatment, repeated use,, and misuse of Taxim-O Drops can lead to resistance. Resistant bacteria are no longer killed by the antibiotics and may lead to reinfection.

Q. How long should I take Taxim-O Drops?

Taxim-O Drops is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Taxim-O Drops is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Diarrhea

Indigestion

Stomach pain

Nausea

Allergy

Abdominal pain

Alcohol:SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Taxim-O Drops does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Taxim-O Drops 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.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Taxim-O Drops 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.Avoid prolonged use of Taxim-O Drops, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving:SAFE

Taxim-O Drops does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:CAUTION

Taxim-O Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Taxim-O Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Taxim-O Drops is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Taxim-O Drops is recommended.However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

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