
About this medicine
Taxim-OZ Tablet is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection. Taxim-OZ Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It should be taken with food and it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Uses
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Benefits
Taxim-OZ Tablet is used to treat certain bacterial infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and infections of the ear, throat, stomach, and urinary tract. It works by killing the infection-causing microorganisms. This further reduces the discomforts associated with various infections and helps in early recovery. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Taxim-OZ Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How it works
Taxim-OZ Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefixime and Ornidazole. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Ornidazole kills other infectious microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Indigestion
Not everyone gets these. Tell your doctor if any side effect bothers you or does not go away.
Safety advice
- AlcoholUnsafe
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Taxim-OZ Tablet
- PregnancyConsult your doctor
Taxim-OZ Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
- BreastfeedingCaution
Taxim-OZ Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
- DrivingUnsafe
Taxim-OZ Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCaution
Taxim-OZ Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
- LiverCaution
Taxim-OZ Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Taxim-OZ Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store below 25°C
Product details
- Composition
- Cefixime (200mg) + Ornidazole (500mg)
- Marketer
- Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Marketer address
- Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
- Product form
- Tablet
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Habit forming
- No
- Country of origin
- India
Frequently asked questions
What if I miss my dose?
Take Taxim-OZ Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.
Where we deliver medicines
Medicine delivery reaches 32 Hyderabad pin codes today, across these areas:
- LB Nagar
- Ameerpet
- Sanathnagar
- Amberpet
- ECIL
- Kukatpally
- Saidabad
- Uppal
- Jeedimetla
- Kachiguda
- Khairatabad
- Mehdipatnam
- Musheerabad
- Nizampet
- Suchitra
- Tarnaka
- Vanasthalipuram
- Yousufguda
Coverage differs street to street and grows as professionals join. Check your pin code to see what reaches your address.
Product information is from the manufacturer and the product label. It is for reference only and is not medical advice, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.
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