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Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CEFIXIME-200MG + DICLOXACILLIN-500MG

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR 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. Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR 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

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

Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR 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.

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

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

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

Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR is not used to treat viral infections. Saffy D 200mg/500mg Tablet SR is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.

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

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

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