Proxecef 400mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 10 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)

Proxecef 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine 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 sexually transmitted diseases.

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General Information

Contains

Cefditoren (400mg)

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Ajanta Pharma Ltd

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Product introduction

Proxecef 400mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. You should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses of Proxecef Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Proxecef Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Proxecef 400mg Tablet works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Proxecef Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Proxecef

Nausea
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Headache

How to use Proxecef 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. Proxecef 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Proxecef Tablet works

Proxecef 400mg Tablet 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Proxecef 400mg Tablet 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 treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Discontinue Proxecef 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
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 blood in your stools.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Proxecef 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Proxecef 400mg Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Proxecef 400mg Tablet 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 Proxecef 400mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Proxecef 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Proxecef 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Proxecef 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Proxecef 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Proxecef 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on use of Proxecef 400mg Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Is Proxecef 400mg Tablet effective?

Proxecef 400mg Tablet 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 Proxecef 400mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How should Proxecef 400mg Tablet be taken?

Proxecef 400mg Tablet should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Also, food intake enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby helping in faster recovery. Remember, Proxecef 400mg Tablet should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).

Can the use of Proxecef 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Proxecef 400mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Proxecef 400mg Tablet 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.

What if I forget to take a dose of Proxecef 400mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Proxecef 400mg Tablet, 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.

How long does Proxecef 400mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, Proxecef 400mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Proxecef 400mg Tablet?

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.

Can I stop taking Proxecef 400mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Proxecef 400mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. Still, you need to take this medicine for the prescribed duration to gain maximum benefit from it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 221-22.
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