Afocef

Asterisk Laboratories India Pvt Ltd

Composition for Afocef Products

Afocef Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Afocef Products

Uses of Afocef Products

Cefixime is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Afocef Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Afocef are Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Loose stools, Flatulence, Abdominal pain, Dyspepsia.

How Afocef Products work

Cefixime 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.

Patient Concerns about Afocef Products

Frequently asked questions about Afocef Products

Frequently asked questions about Cefixime

Q. How long should I take Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup?
Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup?
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.
Q. Can the use of Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup can cause diarrhea. Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup 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.
Q. Is Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup effective?
Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup 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 Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup?
If you forget a dose of Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup, 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.
Q. Is Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup safe for the kidneys?
Yes, Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup 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.
Q. How long should I take Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup?
Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

Products for Afocef

Afocef 100mg Dry Syrup
bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup
Asterisk Laboratories India Pvt Ltd
MRP
53
Not Available
Afocef 100 Tablet DT
strip of 10 tablet dt
Asterisk Laboratories India Pvt Ltd
MRP
80
Not Available

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