Cifirin 200 Tablet

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Cifirin 200 Tablet is an antibiotic belonging that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.

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Cefixime (200mg)

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Product introduction

Cifirin 200 Tablet should be given under the supervision of a doctor or health professional. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Using it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete the full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back or worsen. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.

Uses of Cifirin Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Cifirin Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cifirin 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Cifirin 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 Cifirin

Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea

How to use Cifirin 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. Cifirin 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Cifirin Tablet works

Cifirin 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

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For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Cifirin 200 Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Discontinue Cifirin 200 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cifirin 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Cifirin 200 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cifirin 200 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Cifirin 200 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cifirin 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Cifirin 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Cifirin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefixime. Please consult your doctor. Cefixime may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cefixime may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Cefixime may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Moderate

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Moderate

Kanamycin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Moderate

Streptomycin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Frequently asked questions

How long should I take Cifirin 200 Tablet?

Cifirin 200 Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

What if I do not get better after using Cifirin 200 Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Cifirin 200 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cifirin 200 Tablet can cause diarrhea. Cifirin 200 Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Cifirin 200 Tablet effective?

Cifirin 200 Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cifirin 200 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Cifirin 200 Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Cifirin 200 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Cifirin 200 Tablet safe for the kidneys?

Yes, Cifirin 200 Tablet is safe for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

How long should I take Cifirin 200 Tablet?

Cifirin 200 Tablet is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Related lab tests

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References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 222-23.
Cefixime. Baltimore, Maryland: Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 1986 [revised May 2012]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Cefixime [Drug Label]. Osaka, Japan: Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.; 2003.[Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from:
Cefixime [Drug Label]. Magboro, Ogun State: Mirflash Nigeria Ltd.;.[Accessed 03 Nov. 2025] (online). Available from:

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Name: Ambrosia Pharmaceuticals
Address: B/211, Arvind Mega Trade Centre, Opp. Ashok Mill BRTS Stand, Near Ashok Mill, Naroda Road, Naroda, Ahmedabad – 380 016, Gujarat.India.

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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Cifirin Tablet

Benefits of Cifirin Tablet

Side effects of Cifirin Tablet

How to use Cifirin Tablet

How Cifirin Tablet works

All substitutes for Cifirin 200 Tablet

cEFix 200 Tablet

Taxim-O 200 Tablet

Zifi 200 Tablet

Mahacef 200 Tablet

Omnicef-O 200mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Kanamycin (Injection Route)

Streptomycin (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

How long should I take Cifirin 200 Tablet?

What if I do not get better after using Cifirin 200 Tablet?

Can the use of Cifirin 200 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Is Cifirin 200 Tablet effective?

What if I forget to take a dose of Cifirin 200 Tablet?

Is Cifirin 200 Tablet safe for the kidneys?

How long should I take Cifirin 200 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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