Consuming alcohol with Velofix does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Velofix is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Velofix is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Velofix, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
SAFE
Velofix does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Velofix should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Velofix may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Velofix should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Velofix may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Velofix 200mg Capsule
Introduction
Velofix is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which 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 sexuall ... Show more
Uses of Velofix Tablet
Bacterial infections
Side effects of Velofix Tablet
Common
Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea
How to use Velofix 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. Velofix may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Velofix Tablet works
Velofix 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.
What if you forget to take Velofix Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Velofix, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Velofix 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 tr ... Show more
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 bloo ... Show more
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Velofix as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Velofix and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in brea ... Show more
Brief Description
Indication
Pneumonia, Pharyngitis, Typhoid fever, Susceptible infections , Sinusitis, Otitis media, Tonsillitis, Soft tissue infections, Respiratory tract infect ... Show more
Administration
May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ food or milk to reduce GI discomfort.
Adult Dose
Acute Bronchitis & Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis, Otitis Media, Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections
Adult: 20 ... Show more
Child Dose
Child: PO 8 mg/kg/day if <50 kg q12–24h
For convalescent oral therapy of serious infections, up to 20 mg/kg/day
Child over 12 years:
Capsule: 20 ... Show more
Cefixime binds to one or more of the penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) which inhibits the final transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in b ... Show more
Precaution
History of allergy to penicillins; pregnancy, lactation; renal failure; GI disease.
Lactation: Unknown whether drug is excreted in milk
Side Effect
>10%
Diarrhea (16%)
Frequency Not Defined
Abdominal pain,Candidiasis,Dizziness,Dyspepsia,Elevated transaminases,Eosinophilia,Erythema multiforme, ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy
Available data from published observational studies, case series, and case reports over several decades with cephalosporin use, including c ... Show more
Interaction
Increased concentrations with probenecid.
Potentially Fatal: May increase prothrombin time with anticoagulants.
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