Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

Brand Name Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet
Salt Composition

Cefixime (200mg) + Dicloxacillin (500mg) + Lactobacillus (90 Million spores)

Strength 200mg + 500mg
Product Form Tablet ER
Pack 10 Tablet(s) in Strip
Storage Store below 30°C
Category

Antibiotic

SubCategory

Anti-Biotic

Country of Origin India
Manufacturer

Mankind Pharma Ltd

Manufacturer/Marketer Address Mankind Pharma Ltd, Unit-III, Blocck B & C, Village Kunja, Rampur Ghat Road, Opp. Dental College, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh - 173025
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M.R.P : Rs.189.00       Price : Rs.170.10

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    Medical Description of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

    Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin and Lactobacillus used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infection, Tonsillitis/pharyngitis, Bronchitis, Respiratory tract infection, Otitis media, Bone and joint infection, and Gonorrhoea. Cefixime and Dicloxacillin is an antibiotic used to treat infections. Mainly bacterial infection targets the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. Lactobacillus is an antidiarrheals/probiotic works by restoring the good bacteria that is killed due to the use of antibiotics. This combination of medicine helps to fight against the growth of microorganisms and it also prevents diarrhea which is associated with the use of antibiotics. This medicine is not used for common flu and cold symptoms that occur due to viral infections. This medicine is commonly prescribed for cough and colds caused by bacterial infections.


    Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet Uses

    It is used in the treatment of the following conditions as urinary tract infection, Tonsillitis/pharyngitis, Bronchitis, Respiratory tract infection, Otitis media, Bone and joint infection, and Gonorrhoea


    Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet Benefits

    Bacterial infections

    Bacterial infection occurs when bacteria enter your body and start multiplying which may cause tissue damage and make you sick. Mostly it is caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus organisms. The bacterial diseases are cholera, bacterial meningitis, tetanus, gonorrhea, pneumonia, and syphilis. Symptoms include fever, chills, and sweats, inflamed lymph nodes, headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain

    Urinary tract infection

    It is a type of infection that affects the urethra, kidneys, and bladder. It is caused by Escherichia coli (E.coli). Symptoms include abdominal pain, frequent urination, dysuria, blood in urine, foul-smell while urinating

    Gonorrhea

    It is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It affects both males and females. Symptoms include thick discharge from the penis, increased vaginal discharge, pain while urinating, anal itching, discharge, and spotting between menstrual bleeding.

    Acute bronchitis

    It is a viral infection that causes inflammation in the bronchial tubes. It is mostly caused by rhinovirus, adenovirus, influenza A and B, and parainfluenza virus. Symptoms include cough, fatigue, breathing difficulty, fever and chills, and chest discomfort.

    Bone and joint infection

    Bone infection is also called Osteomyelitis. It is caused by bacteria called staphylococcus which travels through the bloodstream to the weak area in a bone. Symptoms include fever, pain, fatigue, tenderness, redness, and warmth.

    Lower respiratory tract infections

    Infection in the lungs especially in the lower airways Common infections are Bronchiolitis and Pneumonia which are caused by Streptococcus pneumonia. Symptoms include runny nose, dry cough, sore throat, low-grade fever, and headache.

    Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis

    Infection of the swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils is called pharyngitis and tonsillitis. The infection that affects both throat and tonsil is called pharyngotonsillitis. It is caused by bacteria.

    Otitis media

    Infection to the ear is called otitis media. It should be caused by bacteria. This is used to treat this bacterial infection.


    Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet Indication

    The Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet is prescribed in the following indications such as urinary tract infection, Tonsillitis/pharyngitis, Bronchitis, Respiratory tract infection, Otitis media, Bone and joint infection, and Gonorrhoea


    Mechanism of action of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

    The Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, and Lactobacillus is a combination of three medicines. Cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that produces its action by preventing bacterial cell wall synthesis which is essential for the growth of bacteria and it also prevents the spreading of infections. Dicloxacillin is a penicillin derivative that has a bactericidal effect by killing the bacterial cell wall which is needed for the multiplication of bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic medicine that helps to restore the good bacteria in the intestine which get disturbed because of the use of antibiotics.


    How Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet works

    The Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet contains Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, and Lactobacillus is a combination of three medicines. Cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that produces its action by preventing bacterial cell wall synthesis which is essential for the growth of bacteria and it also prevents the spreading of infections. Dicloxacillin is a penicillin derivative that has a bactericidal effect by killing the bacterial cell wall which is needed for the multiplication of bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic medicine that helps to restore the good bacteria in the intestine which get disturbed because of the use of antibiotics.


    Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet Contraindication

    • Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, and Lactobacillus
    • Kindly avoid using this medicine while you are receiving Lidocaine and calcium-containing products
    • Kindly avoid this medicine if you are having hepatic and renal impairment, Seizures
    • The use of this medicine may cause Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia
    • Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to penicillins, cephalosporins, and Carbapenems
    • The use of this medicine increases the risk of developing bacterial or fungal superinfections
    • It is contraindicated to use this medicine along with living bacterial vaccines
    • Kindly avoid this medicine as an initial treatment for severe infections


    Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet Side Effects

    • Fever
    • Sore throat
    • Diarrhea
    • Abdominal pain
    • Indigestion
    • Nephritis
    • Pseudomembranous colitis


    FAQs for Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

    • ??????How long does Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet take to work?

    It usually starts working as soon as you take the tablet But it may take some days to kill the microorganism

    • What if I don’t get better after using the Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet?

    After completing your course of treatment, if you feel like not feeling better. Kindly inform your doctor

    • Can I stop taking the Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet when I feel better?

    Without completing the course of treatment you should not withdraw the medicine even if you feel better. It may worsen the condition or reoccurrence your symptoms.


    Precautions and general warning of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

    Alcohol

    No information is available regarding the use of alcohol while you are receiving this treatment. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Driving or operating machinery

    No, it is not clear that the use of this medicine will affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Pregnancy

    No, information is available regarding the use of this tablet during pregnancy. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Breast Feeding

    The use of this medicine is considered safe during breastfeeding because it does not excrete via breastmilk. Kindly consult with your doctor

    Kidney Problem

    The therapy should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Liver Disease

    The therapy should be used with caution in patients with severe liver impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.


    How to Take Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

    The Tablet is taken orally with or without food. You should not chew, cut or crush the tablet. Initially start with a low dose and slowly increase the dose once every week. Follow the direction mentioned within the label if you probably did not understand the appliance kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to elucidate in detail. Do not withdraw the medicine when you feel better kindly complete the course of treatment to avoid reoccurrence.


    Use of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet in Adult

    It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the drug is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.


    Use of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet in children

    The Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet is not prescribed in children who are below 6 months old. Kindly consult with your doctor.


    Use of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet in Elderly Patients

    The Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient's health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose modification or replacement is required based on the medical conditions of the patient.


    Other general warnings

    • Therapy should be administered with caution if you have a history of penicillin allergy and gastrointestinal disease
    • Long-term use may cause bacterial or fungal overgrowth
    • The use of this medicine may cause Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, kindly discontinue the treatment if you have anemia
    • The use of this medicine may cause renal failure like tubulointerstitial nephritis
    • It produces limited effect against anaerobes
    • Kindly monitor the patient's prothrombin time if there are taking the warfarin concurrently
    • In long term, the use of this medicine may cause superinfection
    • Therapy should be administered with caution because the elimination of this drug in neonates is slow


    Talk to your doctor if

    • You have a history of gastrointestinal disease
    • You have experienced any allergic reaction like rashes and itching
    • You are not responding to the treatment


    General instructions

    Cefixime, Dicloxacillin, and Lactobacillus are used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infection, Tonsillitis/pharyngitis, Bronchitis, Respiratory tract infection, Otitis media, Bone and joint infection, and Gonorrhoea.

    Cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that produces its action by preventing bacterial cell wall synthesis which is essential for the growth of bacteria and it also prevents the spreading of infections. Dicloxacillin is a penicillin derivative that has a bactericidal effect by killing the bacterial cell wall which is needed for the multiplication of bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic medicine that helps to restore the good bacteria in the intestine which get disturbed because of the use of antibiotics.


    Drug Interaction of Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet

    Drug-Drug Interaction

    BCG vaccine live                            

    The use of this drug is contraindicated because the use of medicine decreases the effect of the BCG vaccine live by pharmacodynamic antagonism

    Cholera vaccine

    Use alternative drugs, because the use of the cholera vaccine with antibiotics may activate the vaccine strain. So, avoid receiving this combination of medicines before 14 days of vaccination

    Estradiol

    Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of cefixime will decrease the effect of estradiol by altering the intestinal flora and it also lowers the risk of contraceptive failure

    Demeclocycline

    Use alternative drugs because the use of demeclocycline decreases the effect of dicloxacillin by pharmacodynamic antagonism

    Aspirin

    Therapy should be administered with caution because the combination of this medicine either increases the effect of the other by plasma protein binding competition.

    Mestranol

    Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of dicloxacillin will decrease the effect of mestranol by altering the intestinal flora and it also increases the risk for contraceptive failures

    Drug-Food Interaction

    The food may increase the effect of the drug in your body so it is advised to take this tablet with food to increase the absorption

    Drug-Disease Interaction

    Colitis

    This medicine kills the good helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. This drug should be used caution in patients with gastrointestinal disease, especially colitis (swelling of the colon inner lining). It leads to worsening the patient’s health condition.

    Kidney disease

    This medicine is filtered by the kidneys and passes through the urine. Then it leads to the risk of kidney damage. It should be used with caution in a patient with kidney disease. Inform your doctor and then take. Based on the patient's condition, dose adjustment is needed.

    Seizures

    Using this medicine is needs caution in patients with seizures or fits. Inform the doctor, then will do dose adjustment if necessary to take this medicine with seizure medications.

    Marrow toxicity

    Therapy should be administered with caution in patients who are having a history of blood dyscrasias because the use of this medicine may be associated with adverse effects like neutropenia, leucopenia, granulocytopenia, and thrombocytopenia

    Cystic fibrosis

    Therapy should be administered with caution because renal elimination of this medicine increase in patients with cystic fibrosis


    Over Dose

    Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose of this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.


    Missed Dose

    Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).


    Storage and Disposal

    • Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
    • Protect from light and heat.
    • Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
    • Disposed of properly in a suitable bag.


    Fast Tag

    • Mahacef-XL 200 Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections. Mainly bacterial infection targets the ear, eyes, nose, throat, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and urinary tract. Cefixime and Dicloxacillin is an antibiotic. Lactobacillus is an antidiarrheals/probiotic works by restoring the good bacteria that is killed due to the use of antibiotics. This combination of medicine helps to fight against the growth of microorganisms and it also prevents diarrhea which is associated with the use of antibiotics. This medicine is not used for common flu and cold symptoms that occur due to viral infections. This medicine is commonly prescribed for cough and colds caused by bacterial infections.
    • This medicine is contraindicated to allergy, lidocaine, and calcium-containing products.