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Almocef 200 mg Tablet is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in children, including infections of the respiratory tract, ear, throat, urinary tract, and other susceptible bacterial infections. It helps relieve symptoms and discomfort caused by infection, supports faster recovery, and prevents the spread of bacteria in the body when taken as prescribed by the doctor.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

CEFIXIME-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Gujarat Terce Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

NPPA :

Regulated

About Almocef 200 mg Tablet

Almocef 200 mg Tablet belongs to a group of cephalosporin antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses, throat, chest, lungs and urinary system. Additionally, it is also prescribed to treat uncomplicated gonorrhoea.

Almocef 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime, which works by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. In turn, Almocef 200 mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Almocef 200 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Almocef 200 mg Tablet should be as advised by the doctor. Almocef 200 mg Tablet may cause side effects like diarrhoea, nausea, loose stools, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, indigestion, and vomiting. If the side effects are persistent, inform your doctor.

Inform your doctor about your child's entire medical history and if they are taking any other medicines. Let your doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in Almocef 200 mg Tablet .

Uses of Almocef 200 mg Tablet

Almocef 200 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The detailed uses of Almocef 200 mg Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Almocef 200 mg Tablet is widely used to combat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections and urinary tract infections.

     

Key Benefits

  • Helps treat a wide range of bacterial infections affecting different parts of the body.
  • Effective in managing ear, nose, sinus, and throat infections.
  • Useful in treating chest and lung infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia.
  • Helps control urinary tract infections, including cystitis and kidney infections.
  • Reduces infection-related symptoms like fever, pain, and inflammation.
  • Supports faster recovery when used for short-term treatment as prescribed.
Side effects of Almocef 200 mg Tablet
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.

Directions for Use

  • Almocef 200 mg Tablet can be administered with or without food as advised by the doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Almocef 200 mg Tablet Works

Almocef 200 mg Tablet contains Cefixime, which works by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. In turn, Almocef 200 mg Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Almocef 200 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
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Alcohol

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Driving

Not applicable

It is intended for Children.

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Liver

Caution

Inform the doctor if your child has liver problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if your child has kidney problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Almocef 200 mg Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe the dose based on the child's condition and age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before giving Almocef 200 mg Tablet to your child. Your doctor will prescribe Almocef 200 mg Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Not applicable

Almocef 200 mg Tablet is for paediatric patients only.

What if I have taken an overdose of Almocef 200 mg Tablet

An overdose of Almocef 200 mg Tablet may cause severe vomiting and seizures. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Probiotics Support:

  • Give probiotics after completing the full course of Almocef 200 mg Tablet to help restore healthy gut bacteria.
  • Probiotics can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
  • Include fermented foods such as yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi to support gut health.
  • Eating a variety of plant-based foods helps build a healthy gut microbiome.

Hydration Care:

  • Give plenty of water to the child to prevent dehydration.
  • Maintaining good hydration is especially important when the child is unwell.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Almocef 200 mg Tablet to start to work: Almocef 200 mg Tablet ideally shows its action within 1 hour after administration.

The time for which the effects of Almocef 200 mg Tablet last: The effect of Almocef 200 mg Tablet lasts for 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Almocef 200 mg Tablet

If you miss administering a dose, give it to your child as soon as you remember. If it's nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue the regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Almocef 200 mg Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not give Almocef 200 mg Tablet if your child is allergic to any of its components.
  • Before using Almocef 200 mg Tablet , let your doctor know about all your child's medical conditions, sensitivities, and any medications they are taking.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Almocef 200 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Almocef 200 mg Tablet with Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Almocef 200 mg Tablet or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

FAQs

Almocef 200 mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections.
Almocef 200 mg Tablet inhibits cell wall synthesis, weakening and ultimately destroying the bacterial cell wall, leading to death. As a result, Almocef 200 mg Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.
Almocef 200 mg Tablet can cause diarrhoea. If your child has diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your paediatrician. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your paediatrician instructs.
Yes, Almocef 200 mg Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). However, it should be taken under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Almocef 200 mg Tablet is active against a very wide spectrum of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes (the cause of strep throat), Hemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, E. coli, Klebsiella, Proteus mirabilis, Salmonella, Shigella, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
No, it does not treat colds, flu, or other viral infections. It is meant for only specific bacterial infections.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Changodar Over Bridge, Opp.: Bajaj Foods Ltd., Changodar 382213. Dist. Ahmedabad. Gujarat (India)
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