In Bacterial infections Acancef LB 200mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to kill the bacteria that cause different infections and treats your infection. It also contains beneficial bacteria that protect the inner layers of your stomach and intestines. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
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. Acancef LB 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acancef LB 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Acancef LB 200mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acancef LB 200mg 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. | - Driving : SAFE
Acancef LB 200mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Acancef LB 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acancef LB 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION
Acancef LB 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acancef LB 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Acancef LB 200mg 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.
What if I miss my dose?::: Take Acancef LB 200mg Tablet as soon you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.| How long does Acancef LB 200mg Tablet take to work?::: Usually, Acancef LB 200mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| What if I don't get better after using Acancef LB 200mg Tablet?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.| Can I stop taking Acancef LB 200mg Tablet when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Acancef LB 200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Acancef LB 200mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cefixime and Lactobacillus. Cefixime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Lactobacillus is a live micro-organism which restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset with antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.