Aelxim-L Tablet
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Product introduction
Aelxim-L Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection. It also prevents diarrhea which may occur as side effect of this medicine.
Aelxim-L Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Aelxim-L Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Uses of Aelxim-L Tablet
Benefits of Aelxim-L Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Aelxim-L Tablet used to treat certain bacterial infections such as pneumonia (a lung infection), bronchitis (infection of the tubes leading to the lungs), gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease), and infections of the ears, throat, stomach, and urinary tract. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria. It is advisable to continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed. Aelxim-L Tablet also restores the level of good bacteria in your stomach and thus prevents stomach upset due to the antibiotics.
Side effects of Aelxim-L 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 Aelxim-L
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
How to use Aelxim-L 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. Aelxim-L Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Aelxim-L Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Avoid Aelxim-L Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
How Aelxim-L Tablet works
Aelxim-L Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Cefixime, Linezolid and Saccharomyces boulardii. Cefixime is an antibiotic works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Linezolid is also an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Saccharomyces boulardii is a live microorganism which restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset due to antibiotic use.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aelxim-L Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aelxim-L Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aelxim-L Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Aelxim-L Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aelxim-L Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aelxim-L Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Aelxim-L Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aelxim-L Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aelxim-L Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Aelxim-L Tablet, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it with or without food but at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any dose and finish the course as suggested by the doctor.
- As a precautionary measure dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter and paneer should be avoided with medicine.
- It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Aelxim-L Tablet can cause drowsiness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor if you experience rashes, itching, swelling and shortness of breath while taking the medicine.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Cefixime. Guildford, Surrey: Aventis Pharma Limited; 2009 [revised 28 Jun. 2018]. [Accessed 25 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Linezolid. Pfizer; 2000. [Accessed 30 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Saccharomyces boulardii. [Accessed 25 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Allenge India
Address: Plot No. 249, Daksh House, Industrial Area Phase -II, Panchkula -134109 (Haryana) India
Country of origin: India
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