Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the infection to prevent the growth and further spread of the microorganisms. It also prevents diarrhea which may occur as a side effect of this medicine.

Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

Uses of Cefo LX Tablet

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Cefo LX Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cefo LX

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Flatulence

How to use Cefo LX Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cefo LX Tablet works

Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Cefixime, Cloxacillin and Lactobacillus. Cefixime and Cloxacillin are antibiotics which work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Together, they treat your infection effectively. Lactobacillus is a live microorganism which restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset with antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while taking this medicine.

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Quick Tips

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Stop taking Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient Concerns

Having blocked and running nose with cough, we have given lx junior 2.5 ml

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Diagnosis can not be done without clinical examination. Please consult Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.

Hello Dr., Pls help me the difference in ambrodil lx and s+. Which one is helpful to my daughter 3.5 yrs old. One dr. Suggested lx and other one s+. Pls provide me the dosage also. Regards, Prajeesh

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

hello, both are nearly same effect. You can use either of the two safely for your child. Give 4 ml thrice daily for 4 days.

Suffering from severe cough iam giving Amrodil drops it's not control so can I give Amrodil Lx drops?

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

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FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. How long does Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cefo LX 100mg/500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

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References

Cefixime. Guildford, Surrey: SANOFI; 2009 [revised 28 Jun. 2018]. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs.com. Cloxacillin Capsules. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs.com. Lactobacillus acidophilus. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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