CefixRAAY
Prescription RequiredNPPA Regulated
Product Overview
CefixRAAY Tablet is an antibiotic belonging that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
CefixRAAY Tablet should be given under the supervision of a doctor or Healthcare professional. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete the full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, indigestion and diarrhea. Consult a physician if you experience any of the above symptoms or if they persists.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.
Used For
Treatment of Bacterial infections
CefixRAAY Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others.
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
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. CefixRAAY Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of CefixRAAY 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.
How it works
CefixRAAY Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Possible Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
Safety Advice
AlcoholCONSULTIt is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with CefixRAAY Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULTThe safety of CefixRAAY Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
BreastfeedingCONSULTCefixRAAY Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingSAFECefixRAAY Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCAUTIONCefixRAAY Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult the doctor.
LiverCAUTIONCefixRAAY Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult the doctor.
- Your doctor has prescribed CefixRAAY Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Discontinue CefixRAAY Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing
