Mahacef-Plus Tablet

The medication is used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It can be classified as an antibiotic and inhibits the growth of bacteria. The tablet treat infections such as bronchitis, gonorrhea and infections of ear, throat, tonsils, etc.

It is important to check all the ingredients before using the medication. It can help you avoid having allergic reactions later in case you are allergic to any of the ingredients. Notify you doctor about any prescribed drugs or dietary supplements that you are currently taking. Avoid using the medicine if you have any history of liver disease or kidney problems.

It is best to get approval from the doctor regarding the safety of this medication. Thus notify you doctor if you are:

• Taking any prescribed drugs or dietary supplements.
• Having any history of liver disease or kidney problems.

The tablet may lead to certain side effects such as diarrhea, stomach pain, gas, heartburn, nausea and vomiting. These side effects usually go away on their own. But if the condition is severe, you should take medical help.

Mahacef-Plus Tablet is a prescription drug and should only be taken as directed by the doctor. It is important to complete the course as discontinuing the medicine in between or even after the disappearance of symptoms may affect the drug potency. Mahacef-Plus Tablet should be taken at the same time every day.

Before starting Mahacef-Plus Tablet, notify the doctor of any allergies, recent medications, and other health conditions that may interfere with the course. In the case of pregnancy, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, discuss with the doctor before starting the medication.

Avoid alcohol consumption during the course of the treatment due to the risk of excessive drowsiness. Take proper rest, hydration, and nutritious diet to speed up the recovery. Your doctor may ask for laboratory tests to see the effect of the drug on the body.

• Bacterial Infections

• Allergy

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Stomach Pain

• Flatulence

• How long is the duration of effect?

  It is excreted in urine and feces and the effect lasts for a duration of up to 20 to 36 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Limited data is available on the use of this tablet in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed when benefits overweigh the risk.

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies reported with this pill.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine can be taken by women who are breastfeeding. Monitoring of undesired effects in the infant like diarrhea and thrush is necessary.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  As some of the side effects of this pill include problems breathing, it is not advisable to drive after taking the pill.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this pill as it can lead to more kidney problems.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this pill as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Mahacef-Plus Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Extacef Plus Tablet

  Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

• Cefilab O 200Mg/200Mg Tablet

  Ozone Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Omnicef Plus 200Mg/200Mg Tablet

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Xipil Plus Tablet

  Psychotropics India Ltd

• Toflox Plus 200 Mg/200 Mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cefaxet-O Tablet

  Solvate Laboratries Pvt Ltd

• Cefoxin 200mg/200mg Tablet

  Concur Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Laycef O Tablet

  Biophar Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

• Milixim O 200 Mg/200 Mg Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Delpoceft 200 Mg/200 Mg Tablet

  Delcure Life Sciences

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, you should take one as soon as you remember that you’ve missed the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If you have overdosed on the pill, you must consult your doctor immediately. Certain signs of overdose include fast heartbeat, weakness, fainting and confusion.

This medication belongs to the third-generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis. It also works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to the expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Lab Test

  It cause prolongation of prothrombin time. Also elevation in serum triglycerides, cholesterol, potassium, liver function tests are reported. Also, it may influence the result of following lab tests: Positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate, false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Mahacef tablets can have adverse interactions with certain medications. These include Amikacin, Warfarin, corticosteroids, aspirin, anti-diabetic drugs, cholera vaccine, chloramphenicol, nifedipine, furosemide, quinidine and ethinyl estradiol

• Interaction with Disease

  It can have negative interactions with certain diseases. These include asthma, impaired kidney function, and gastrointestinal toxicity.

• Interaction with Food

  The desired effect of Mahacef-Plus Tablet is not observed if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours gap between taking Ofloxacin and dairy products.

• Ques : What is Mahacef plus tablet?

  Ans : Mahacef is a medicine which has Cefixime and Ofloxacin as active ingredients present in it. It perform its action by restricting bacterial cell wall synthesis and killing the infection caused by bacteria. It is used to treat conditions such as typhoid fever, bacterial infection, skin infection, etc.

• Ques : What is Mahacef plus tablet used for?

  Ans : This medication is used to treat bacterial infections, pneumonia, skin infections, etc.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Mahacef plus tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, etc.

• Ques : Can the use of Mahacef-Plus cause diarrhea?

  Ans : Yes, Mahacef plus tablet is a medicine which can cause Diarrhea. It is an Antibiotic which kills the bacteria. Apart from this, it also affects the good bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea.

• Ques : How long do I need to use mahacef plus tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, till the complete eradication of disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor and moreover taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can also cause inadequate effect on the patient. So please consult your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use mahacef plus tablet ?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact, is around 16 to 20 hours, but it is not the standard frequency for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor for the dosage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use mahacef plus tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is common to consume orally and the salts involved in this medication react properly, if it is taken with the food. If you take it with an empty stomach, it may cause stomach upset. Please consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of mahacef plus tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away, from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

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