Alifix OX 200mg/200mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alifix ox 200mg/200mg tablet used for?
Alifix OX 200mg/200mg Tablet is a combination antibiotic containing Cefixime and Ofloxacin. It is used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and gastrointestinal infections. Cefixime works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, while Ofloxacin inhibits bacterial DNA replication, together effectively killing bacteria.
- Generic Name: Cefixime + Ofloxacin
- Manufacturer: Alisier Drugs Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alifix ox 200mg/200mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted infections
Off-label uses: Typhoid fever, Leprosy, Brucellosis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefixime + Ofloxacin |
| Brand Name | Abixim O Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Alisier Drugs Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Antibiotic (Cephalosporin + Fluoroquinolone) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 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; Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alifix ox 200mg/200mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alifix ox 200mg/200mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Dyspepsia
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Tendon rupture
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Severe allergic reactions
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- QT prolongation
- Seizures
- Hepatotoxicity
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Blood dyscrasias
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased risk of CNS stimulation and seizures |
| Antacids | Minor | Reduced absorption of Cefixime |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Antidiabetic agents
- NSAIDs
- Theophylline
- Corticosteroids
โก Moderate Interactions
- Antacids
- Iron supplements
- Zinc supplements
- Sucralfate
- Probenecid
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Caffeine
- Cyclosporine
- Methotrexate
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Avoid dairy products, antacids, and iron supplements within 2-4 hours; food may delay absorption
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase CNS effects and hepatotoxicity risk
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, or any component; history of tendon disorders with fluoroquinolones; pregnancy (ofloxacin); children <18 years (ofloxacin)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, blood glucose (in diabetics), signs of tendonitis, CNS effects, QT interval
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; gastric lavage; monitor renal function and ECG
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose