Aelxim-OZ Dry Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aelxim-oz dry syrup used for?
Aelxim-OZ Dry Syrup is a combination antibiotic used to treat infections caused by bacteria and protozoa, such as diarrhea, dysentery, and respiratory tract infections. Cefixime stops bacterial growth, while Ornidazole kills protozoa and anaerobic bacteria, providing broad-spectrum coverage.
- Generic Name: Cefixime + Ornidazole
- Manufacturer: Allenge India
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aelxim-oz dry syrup Uses & Benefits
Diarrhea, dysentery, typhoid, intra-abdominal infections, pelvic infections.
Off-label uses: Chronic prostatitis, Bacterial vaginosis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefixime + Ornidazole |
| Brand Name | Aelxim-OZ 200mg/500mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Allenge India |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Antibiotic + Antiprotozoal |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Cefixime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis; Ornidazole disrupts DNA structure in anaerobic organisms.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take aelxim-oz dry syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aelxim-oz dry syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Metallic taste
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Seizures
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatitis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Hemolytic anemia
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased side effects like dizziness and nausea |
| Disulfiram | Moderate | Possible psychotic reaction |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Alcohol
- Disulfiram
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- Probenecid
- Antacids
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Iron supplements
- Zinc
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Avoid alcohol; food may delay absorption.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Disulfiram-like reaction (nausea, vomiting, headache).
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or nitroimidazoles; pregnancy (first trimester); lactation; blood dyscrasias; organic neurological disorders.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, liver function, CBC, signs of superinfection.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Cefixime: Excreted in milk, use caution; Ornidazole: Excreted, avoid.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; gastric lavage; monitor renal function.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double.