Pregnancy Interaction

• Cefixime is in Taxim-O Syrup, which is usually safe to use during pregnancy but should only be used if absolutely necessary.
• There aren't many research on humans, therefore it's best to be careful when using it.
• Pregnant women should use it only under medical supervision.
• If you get severe diarrhea, a rash, or an allergic reaction, tell someone.

Faq For Medicine

Q1.What is Taxim-O Syrup Pineapple used for?

It is used to treat bacterial infections in kids, like throat infections, ear infections, sinusitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, UTIs, and some stomach illnesses.

Q2. Is it safe for kids?

Yes, it was made just for kids. The dose should depend on how much the youngster weighs.

Q3. Should it be taken with food?

Yes. Give it after meals to help with absorption and stomach distress.

Q4. How fast does it work?

Most kids start to feel better in 2 to 3 days, but they need to finish the whole course of antibiotics.

Q5. Is it useful for the flu or a cold?

No. It only works for infections caused by bacteria.

Q6. Is it okay to take probiotics with this syrup?

Yes. Probiotics can stop diarrhea from happening.

Q7. Is it possible to mix the syrup with juice or milk?

It can only be mixed with a little bit of milk or water if the youngster doesn't want it, but not with acidic liquids.

Expert Advice

• Before each dose, shake the bottle well.
• Always use the dropper or measuring cup to get the right dose.
• Give after meals to keep your stomach from getting upset.
• Even if your symptoms become better, you should not stop taking the drug.
• Look for signs of an allergy, such as a rash, swelling, or trouble breathing.
• If you get diarrhea that doesn't go away or gets worse, see a doctor right once.
• Be careful when giving this to kids who have kidney illness or an allergy to antibiotics.

Side Effects

• Often:
• Diarrhea
• Sick
• Throwing up
• Pain in the stomach
• Gas and bloating
• A mild rash
• Not as common:
• Pain in the head
• Feeling dizzy
• Very serious (rare):
• Very bad allergic reaction
• Blood in the poop
• Problems with the liver (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
• Get medical help if you have serious symptoms.

 How it works

• Cefixime is a type of cephalosporin antibiotic that is in its third generation.
• It works by stopping bacteria from making their cell walls, which kills them.
• Works against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful when using with:
• Blood thinners (Warfarin) make bleeding more likely.
• Carbamazepine – levels might go up
• Probenecid raises the levels of cefixime.
• Oral typhoid vaccine—less effective than other vaccines
• Other antibiotics may change how well they work.
• Always tell your doctor about all the medicines your child is taking.

 How to Use

• Before using, shake well.
• Give after meals.
• For proper dosing, use the dropper or measuring cup.
• The dose is based on the child's weight and what the doctor says.
• If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you are close to the next dose, skip it.
• Don't take two doses.
• Finish the whole course to get better.
• Keep away from kids and store in a cold, dry place.

Uses / indications

• Infections of the upper respiratory tract
• Pharyngitis with tonsillitis
• Sinusitis
• Otitis media, or ear infection
• Pneumonia and bronchitis
• Infections of the urinary tract (UTI)
• Infections affecting the skin and soft tissues
• Some bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract