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Vifix 1000mg Injection

Written By Dr. Subita Alagh, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS
Last updated on 31 Mar 2026 | 02:31 PM (IST)
Vifix 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
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General Information

Contains

Cefixime (1000mg)

Marketer

Vintage Labs Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Vifix 1000mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should not self-administer this medicine. Get the injection regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, and indigestion. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Your doctor may be able to help you minimize the side effects by adjusting your dose or prescribing an alternate medicine.

Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if used under a doctor’s supervision.

Uses of Vifix Injection

Benefits of Vifix Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Vifix 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that 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 Vifix Injection

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 Vifix
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea

How to use Vifix Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Vifix Injection works

Vifix 1000mg Injection 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 Vifix 1000mg Injection 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.
  • 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.
  • Discontinue Vifix 1000mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vifix 1000mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vifix 1000mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CAUTION
Vifix 1000mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving

Driving

SAFE
Vifix 1000mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Vifix 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Vifix 1000mg Injection in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Vifix with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefixime. Please consult your doctor. Cefixime may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cefixime may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Cefixime may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Moderate

Amikacin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Moderate

Kanamycin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Moderate

Streptomycin (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Frequently asked questions

Vifix 1000mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, which means that it is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It is used to treat short-term (acute) bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, chest and throat infections, ear infections and some sexually transmitted diseases.
Before the start of your treatment, inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon), allergic history, or kidney problems.
You might start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking this medicine. However, it is advisable that you finish your entire course of treatment, even if your condition gets better.
Vifix 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of various bacterial infections. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
No, studies have shown that antibiotics do not cause a delay or change to your period. Talk to your doctor if you observe any change in your cycle after taking Vifix 1000mg Injection.
You might need to take this medicine to completely cure your urinary tract infection for atleast 5-6 days. However, this will be decided by your doctor since it depends on your condition and the dosage prescribed.
Antibiotics like Vifix 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea as a side-effect. However, always consult your doctor before taking any medications along with Vifix 1000mg Injection.
If you are using oral contraception (the 'pill'), additional contraceptive precautions such as condoms are recommended if you have sickness (vomiting) or diarrhea after taking Vifix 1000mg Injection. Talk to your doctor in case of any doubts.
This medicine may stop the oral typhoid vaccine from working. So, in case you are having any vaccination scheduled, let the person administering the injection know that you are taking Vifix 1000mg Injection.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe allergic reactions like itching or hives, swelling in your face or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing, loose, watery stools (diarrhea), severe stomach pain or cramps, fever, or nausea.
Vifix 1000mg Injection is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

  1. 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. 222-23.
  2. ScienceDirect. Cefixime. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Cefixime [Prescribing Information]. Mandideep, India: Lupin Limited; 2012.[Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Name: Vintage Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: 95R, 1st & 2nd floor, Circular Road, New Colony, Gurgaon – 122001, Haryana, India

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