cefrev lb 200mg tablet
What is cefrev lb 200mg tablet used for?
Afix 200mg Tablet (Cefixime + Lactobacillus) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefixime (200mg) + Lactobacillus (60Million spores), which Cefixime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cefixime + Lactobacillus
- Manufacturer: Aarvi Drugs
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cefrev lb 200mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Upper respiratory tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, otitis media, gonorrhea, typhoid fever.
Off-label uses: Prophylaxis in surgery, Lyme disease, Shigellosis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefixime + Lactobacillus |
| Brand Name | Afix 200mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Aarvi Drugs |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic + Probiotic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Cefixime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). Lactobacillus restores gut flora.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cefrev lb 200mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cefrev lb 200mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Rash
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Seizures
- Hemolytic anemia
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatitis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Agranulocytosis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Probenecid | Major | Decreased renal excretion of cefixime, increased toxicity |
| Live typhoid vaccine | Major | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| BCG vaccine | Moderate | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| Cholera vaccine | Moderate | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Antacids | Minor | Possible reduced absorption of cefixime |
| Iron supplements | Minor | Possible reduced absorption |
| Zinc supplements | Minor | Possible reduced absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Probenecid
- Live typhoid vaccine
โก Moderate Interactions
- BCG vaccine
- Cholera vaccine
- Oral contraceptives
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Iron supplements
- Zinc supplements
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase risk of disulfiram-like reaction (rare).
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or penicillins; severe renal impairment (CrCl <20 mL/min) without dose adjustment.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, liver function, CBC, signs of superinfection, diarrhea.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Cefixime excreted in breast milk in low amounts; caution. Lactobacillus considered safe.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may remove cefixime.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.