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Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CEFIXIME-200MG + DICLOXACILLIN-500MG

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two broad-spectrum antibiotics: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin that act against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

FAQs

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs.

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet contains Cefixime and Dicloxacillin which work by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet may be used to treat lung infection caused by bacteria. Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and prevents the spread of infection. But should be used only when prescribed by a doctor.

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens, or notices blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet and consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to take Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase bleeding risk. However, please consult your doctor before taking Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet with other medicines.

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet is not used to treat viral infections. Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.

You are not recommended to stop taking Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condom, spermicide or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet.

Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet usually starts working within a few hours, but noticeable symptom improvement may take up to a few days which varies from person to person based on health condition. Always follow the doctor's advice to have optimal results.

If your symptoms persist or fail to improve, consult your doctor. Please note that it may take some time to fully heal your condition, as the treatment process can be gradual. However, if you don't see improvement, your doctor may need to reassess your condition, adjust the dosage, or consider alternative treatments.

Don't stop taking your medication just because you're feeling better! Stopping without completing your prescribed course can lead to incomplete recovery and the return of symptoms. Instead, report your progress to your doctor and follow their advice. They will guide you on how to safely stop the medication.

The common side effects of Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet, which may occur in some individuals are vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, or vaginal itching. Most of these side effects of Denfix DC 200mg/500mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.