Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension is an antibiotic belonging that 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 sexually transmitted diseases.

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension should be given under the supervision of a doctor or health professional. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Using it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete the 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 or worsen. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking 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 healthcare team 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 prescribed by a doctor.

Uses of Zifi Oral Suspension

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Zifi Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension 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 Zifi Oral Suspension

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 Zifi

Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea

How to use Zifi Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zifi Oral Suspension works

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension 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

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zifi Oral Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension, 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension 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.
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 Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

I am 35 weeks pregnant and I have cough and sore throat.can I take zifi o tablet to cure the problem.zifi and zifi o are are same or different.

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Zifi contains one antibiotic and zifi o contains two antibiotics. You can take zifi.

Hello sir/ ma'am My child PATIENT from stomach infection and doctor suggested zifi-100 redimix. How it is work and any side effect of that zifi-100 redimix? What kind of taking care of my child and PATIENT 7 month old.?????

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Cefixime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.More common: Diarrhea loose or frequent stools Less common: Abdominal or stomach pain agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin blood in the urine or stools and many more rare side effects

Omitting after zifi AZ kid tablet.

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Dr need a provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or give opinion or advice medicine. In present situation provisional diagnosis cannot be done without taking into consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination and reports of investigations of patient. Final diagnosis is done after doing investigations if needed. Advice given without doing clinical examination and diagnosis can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient. Please visit me or any other Paediatrician.

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FAQs

How long should I take Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension?

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

What if I do not get better after using Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension?

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 the use of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension can cause diarrhea. Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension 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.

Is Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension effective?

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension 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 Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension?

If you forget a dose of Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension, 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.

Is Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension safe for the kidneys?

Yes, Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension is safe for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

How long should I take Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension?

Zifi 100 Readymix Oral Suspension is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.

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