Astecef O 200mg/200mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet used for?
Astecef O 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 providing broad-spectrum antibacterial activity.
- Generic Name: Cefixime (200mg) + Ofloxacin (200mg)
- Manufacturer: Aster Medipharm Pvt Ltd
- Medicine Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
🇮🇳 astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Hindi Summary)
astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से anti infectives और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Cefixime (200mg) + Ofloxacin (200mg) मौजूद है। इसे डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना नहीं लेना चाहिए, खासकर गर्भावस्था (pregnancy) और लिवर (liver) की समस्याओं में।
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📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefixime (200mg) + Ofloxacin (200mg) |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Aster Medipharm Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Information pending |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How and when to take astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet?
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication
- ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture
💊 astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet Uses in Hindi (Ke Fayde), Benefits & Indications
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⚠️ What are the side effects of astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet?
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Hypersensitivity
- Hypereosinophilia
- Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Granulocytopenia
- Hemolytic anemia
- Low blood platelets
- Thrombocytosis
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Increased liver enzymes
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
- Increased blood urea
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Jaundice
- Acute renal failure
- Breathlessness
- Seizure
- Inflammation of tendons
- Tendon rupture
- Serum sickness
- Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome
- Itching
- Rash
- Drug fever
- Joint pain
- Erythema multiforme
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Psychotic disorder
- Visual disturbance
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| ⚠️ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased risk of CNS stimulation |
| Antacids | Moderate | Reduced absorption of Cefixime |
| Probenecid | Moderate | Increased Cefixime levels |
| Oral hypoglycemics | Moderate | Enhanced hypoglycemic effect |
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🛑 Myths vs. Facts about astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet
- Myth: Generic substitutes of astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet are less effective.
Fact: Approved generic medicines contain the exact same active ingredients (Cefixime (200mg) + Ofloxacin (200mg)) and are just as safe and effective as the branded version. - Myth: Taking a double dose will cure my symptoms faster.
Fact: Taking more than the prescribed dose of astecef o 200mg/200mg tablet can lead to severe toxicity or an overdose. Stick strictly to your doctor's dosage. - Myth: This medicine is 100% safe for everyone.
Fact: No medicine is universally safe. Safety depends on your medical history, ongoing medicines, and potential allergies. Always consult a doctor.
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