In Treatment of Bacterial infections Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is an antibiotic medicine prescribed to treat various infections caused by bacteria such as sinus infections (sinusitis), chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia, and infections of the ears, skin, 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.
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-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Alcohol : SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR 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-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR 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-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving ability. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION
Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR, 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 don't get better after using Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR?::: 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 Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| What if I miss my dose?::: Take Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR as soon as 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.| Can the use of Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Aelxim-M 400mg/400mg Tablet SR is a combination of two antibiotics: Moxifloxacin and Cefixime. Moxifloxacin works by preventing the bacteria from reproducing and repairing themselves. Cefixime works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Together, they treat your infection effectively.