Axytef
Composition for Axytef Products
Axytef Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Axytef
Axytef 250mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹187.5
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About Axytef Products
Uses of Axytef Products
Clarithromycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
Axytef Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Axytef are Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Rash, Injection site phlebitis, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Abnormal taste, Dyspepsia, Taste change, Abnormal liver function tests.
How Axytef Products work
Clarithromycin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
In Depth Information for Axytef Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Axytef 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 to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Axytef.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Axytef and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Patient Concerns about Axytef Products
Frequently asked questions about Axytef Products
Q. Can the use of Axytef 250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Axytef 250mg 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.
Q. How long does Axytef 250mg Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Axytef 250mg 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 Axytef 250mg 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 Axytef 250mg Tablet cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Axytef 250mg Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.