Omnixim DT 100mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET

OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET contains Cefuroxime which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage serious bacterial infections such as middle ear infections (media otitis), throat infections (pharyngitis and tonsilitis), sinus (acute sinusitis), chest and lung infections (bronchitis and pneumonia), urinary tract infections, and serious skin infections (Ex. furuncles). OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET is also used to manage Lyme disease (an infection caused by the parasite called ticks).

Patients with a history of cephalosporin-associated haemolytic anaemia are not recommended to take OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET. Prolonged management with OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET can alter digestive flora, this could cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. Inform your doctor if you are giving blood samples for screening, before taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET, as it could cause a change in the results.

Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Before taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women. The most common side effects of taking this medicine are headache, dizziness, diarrhoea and feeling sick. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the above symptoms worsen.

Uses Of OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET

It is used to manage:

• lower, upper respiratory tract infection
• urinary tract infection
• gynaecological infection
• skin or soft tissue infection

How OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET Works

OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET contains Cefuroxime which is a second-generation cephalosporin that interferes with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to specific binding proteins located inside the bacterial cell wall. This leads to breaking down the cell wall of the bacteria and reducing its stability, thus causing cell damage, and eventually causing bacterial elimination.

How to use OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET

Take OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection.

For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution.

Side Effects Of OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET

How To Manage Side Effects

Diarrhea

Keep yourself hydrated by drinking lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if diarrhoea is persistent.

Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Try avoiding driving a car or bicycle or operating any tools or machines while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume too much of alcohol, as it can aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if the dizziness is prolonged for a long time.

Headache

Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids and apply a pain-relieving medicine/balm on the head if needed. Do not consume too much alcohol. Contact your doctor if you experience headache for long.

Stomach Pain

Try to rest and relax. Consume food which are non-greasy and oily or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve with time. Contact your doctor immediately.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Monitoring required

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women and should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Hence consult your doctor before taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, as it may pass through the breast milk to the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET.

Kidney

Use with Caution

OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with history of kidney problems and if needed dosage will be adjusted accordingly. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET if you are allergic to Cefuroxime, cephalosporin, penicillin, monobactams, carbapenems or to any other ingredients of this medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctor

Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly especially patients with renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• medicines used to manage bacterial infections such as penicillin antibiotics (Ex: streptomycin, neomycin, gentamycin)
• medicines used to reduce acid in the stomach (Ex. antacids such as calcium carbonate)
• medicines used as anticoagulants (Ex. warfarin)
• medicines for contraception (Ex. ethinyl estradiol)
• medicine used to manage gout (Ex. probenecid)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms are neurological disorders such as seizures (fits).

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET

Q: What is OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET used for?

A: OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET contains cefuroxime, which is used to manage lower, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, gynaecological infection, skin or soft tissue infection.

Q: Is OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET same as penicillin?

A: No, OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET belongs to the second-generation class of cephalosporins, it is active against numerous gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including several with resistance to other antibiotics such as penicillin. Consult your doctor before taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET.

Q: If I start feeling well, can I skip the dose of OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET?

A: No. You should complete the full course of OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. It is important that OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET be taken at the right dose and for the right duration given. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Q: What will happen if I accidentally take overdosage of OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET?

A: If you have accidentally overdosed OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET, you may suffer from a neurologic disorder, such as seizures (fits). Consult a doctor immediately and go to the nearby hospital.

Q: Will OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET affect the contraceptive pill that is taken?

A: Yes. OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET may interact with birth control pills and lowers its efficiency. So, you should tell your doctor if you are using any birth control pills. Your doctor could suggest an alternative contraceptive barrier.

Q: In what condition OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET should be avoided?

A: OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET should not be taken if you have a history of serious anaphylactic reaction to cefuroxime or any other cephalosporin antibiotics or if you have a history of cephalosporin-induced haemolytic anaemia. Consult your doctor before taking OMNIXIM DT 100MG TABLET.

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Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Salem Gill - MBBS

Last updated on 14 Feb 2023 | 05:52 PM(IST)