Hifen 100 DT Tablet

Hifen 100 DT Tablet is a prescription antibiotic containing cefixime 100 mg in each dispersible tablet. It belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Hifen 100 DT Tablet may be prescribed for infections such as ear, throat, sinus, urinary tract, and some respiratory infections when a doctor decides cefixime is appropriate.

How it works: Cefixime works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which weakens and kills the bacteria. In Hifen 100 DT Tablet form, the dispersible tablet is taken by mouth and the medicine is absorbed after it is mixed with water and swallowed.

Hifen 100 DT Tablet is the 100 mg dispersible strength, which is a lower-strength cefixime tablet often chosen for patients who need smaller doses or a more flexible dosing schedule. Because it is dispersible, the tablet can be mixed with water before taking, which may help people who have trouble swallowing whole tablets. A doctor may choose Hifen 100 DT Tablet when the 100 mg strength fits the infection being treated and the patient’s age, weight, and kidney function.

• Bacterial ear infections
• Bacterial throat or tonsil infections
• Sinus infections caused by bacteria
• Urinary tract infections
• Certain chest or respiratory tract infections

• Dissolve Hifen 100 DT Tablet in a small amount of water and take it right away after it fully disperses.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, at the same time each day if your doctor tells you to take it once daily.
• You can take Hifen 100 DT Tablet with or without food; taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better.
• Do not crush or swallow the tablet dry unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically tells you to.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Hifen 100 DT Tablet provides cefixime 100 mg. The doctor decides the exact dose and how often to take it; cefixime is commonly prescribed once daily or in divided doses depending on the infection and the patient. Do not take more than the amount prescribed, and the maximum daily dose should be set by your prescriber based on your specific needs.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Cefixime may include:

• Diarrhea
• Loose stools
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Gas or bloating
• Headache
• Mild rash or itching

• Tell your doctor if you have had an allergy to cefixime, penicillins, or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, since cefixime dosing may need adjustment.
• Report a history of severe diarrhea or colitis before starting Hifen 100 DT Tablet.
• Let your prescriber know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy.
• Do not use Hifen 100 DT Tablet to treat viral infections.
• If the tablet is being used by a child or someone with swallowing problems, follow the dispersing instructions carefully to avoid taking the tablet incorrectly.
• Alcohol does not have a direct known interaction with cefixime, but it may worsen stomach upset or dehydration when you are ill.

• Warfarin or other blood thinners
• Probenecid
• Certain live bacterial vaccines such as typhoid vaccine
• Other antibiotics unless prescribed together
• Carbamazepine levels may be affected in some patients

Store Hifen 100 DT Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.