Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet

Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic that contains 100 mg of cefixime in each tablet. Cefixime belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or the flu. Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet may be prescribed for infections such as respiratory tract, ear, throat, urinary tract, and some other susceptible bacterial infections when a doctor decides cefixime is appropriate.

How it works: Cefixime in Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet works by blocking bacteria from building a proper cell wall, which weakens and kills the bacteria. This oral tablet form is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract so it can reach the infection site through the bloodstream.

Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet is a lower-strength cefixime tablet, which can make it easier for a doctor to tailor treatment when a smaller per-tablet dose is needed. Because there are no other Taxim strengths or forms listed here, this 100 mg tablet is the exact product available in this brand line and is used according to the dosing schedule your clinician prescribes.

• Bacterial throat and tonsil infections
• Ear infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Bronchitis and other respiratory tract infections
• Doctor-directed treatment of susceptible bacterial infections

• Swallow the Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet with water unless your doctor gives different directions.
• Take it at the same time each day if you are prescribed repeated dosing.
• You may take it with or without food; taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Do not crush or split the tablet unless a pharmacist or prescriber specifically tells you it is safe to do so.
• Finish the full prescribed course even if you start feeling better early.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet provides 100 mg of cefixime per tablet. Your doctor decides how many tablets to take and how often, based on the type and severity of infection, kidney function, and your age; the total daily dose is set by the prescriber and should not be changed on your own. This 100 mg strength is commonly used as part of a doctor-selected regimen rather than as a one-size-fits-all dose.

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

Common side effects of Cefixime may include:

• Loose stools or diarrhea
• Nausea
• Stomach pain or abdominal discomfort
• Gas or bloating
• Headache
• Mild rash or itching

• Do not use Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet if you have a known allergy to cefixime or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you have had a severe penicillin allergy, since cross-reactivity can occur in some people.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because cefixime dosing may need adjustment.
• Report a history of colitis or severe antibiotic-associated diarrhea before starting treatment.
• Tell your clinician about pregnancy or breastfeeding so they can weigh benefits and risks.
• Do not use this antibiotic for viral infections, and do not share it with others.
• If taking blood sugar checks, be aware antibiotics can sometimes affect certain lab results or illness-related glucose readings.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Carbamazepine
• Probenecid
• Other antibiotics prescribed at the same time unless directed by a doctor
• Certain laboratory tests for glucose or urine ketones may be affected

Store Taxim O-DT 100 mg Tablet in its original strip at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.