Odicef O 400 mg Tablet

Odicef O 400 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that contains 400 mg of cefixime in each tablet. Cefixime belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics. It is used to treat certain bacterial infections, such as infections of the respiratory tract, ears, throat, and urinary tract, when a doctor decides it is appropriate.

How it works: Cefixime works by interfering with the bacteria’s cell wall formation, which weakens the bacteria and helps stop it from growing. In tablet form, Odicef O 400 mg Tablet is swallowed whole so the medicine can be absorbed and begin working inside the body.

Odicef O 400 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so it is not meant for self-selection or for changing doses on your own. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, this 400 mg tablet fits into a doctor-directed dosing plan based on the type of infection, its severity, and how the patient responds.

• Bacterial throat and tonsil infections
• Ear infections
• Certain sinus and respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Other cefixime-sensitive bacterial infections as prescribed

• Swallow Odicef O 400 mg Tablet with water; do not crush or chew it unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, at the same time each day if you are taking it once daily.
• You may take it with or without food; taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full course even if you feel better before the tablets are gone.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose; take the missed dose when you remember unless it is close to the next dose.

Each Odicef O 400 mg Tablet provides 400 mg of cefixime per tablet. Depending on the infection, a doctor may prescribe it once daily or divide treatment into twice-daily dosing; the total amount and duration are decided by the prescriber. Do not take more than your doctor recommends, because the right daily maximum depends on your condition and medical history.

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
• Headache
• Rash
• Yeast overgrowth or mild vaginal itching

• Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergy to cefixime, penicillins, or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because cefixime dosing may need adjustment.
• Call a clinician if diarrhea is severe, watery, or bloody, especially during or after treatment.
• This 400 mg tablet is a full-strength antibiotic dose, so do not share it with others or use it for a viral illness like the common cold.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
• Be careful if you get dizzy or unwell after taking the tablet, and avoid driving if you are not feeling alert.
• If you use blood thinners, diabetes medicines, or have a history of stomach or intestinal disease, ask about monitoring before starting treatment.

• Warfarin or other blood thinners
• Probenecid
• Certain lab tests, including some urine glucose tests
• Other antibiotics unless specifically prescribed together

Store Odicef O 400 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.