Cefizest 200 Tablet belongs to a group of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia), and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections). Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce toxins, damaging tissue and making you sick.

Cefizest 200 Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactic Acid Bacillus (beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria). Cefixime kills the bacterial cell by blocking the chemical (mucopeptides) released by the bacteria's outer layer (cell wall). In turn, Cefizest 200 Tablet weakens and destroys the bacterial cell wall. It is a broad range of antibiotics that helps in fighting various types of bacteria. Lactic Acid Bacillus is a beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria (good bacteria) that supports the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestine, maintaining a healthy balance of microflora in the gut environment. Lactic Acid Bacillus prevents diarrhoea due to a prolonged intake of Cefizest 200 Tablet . Thus, together Cefizest 200 Tablet helps in the prevention of infections.  Cefizest 200 Tablet will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

Take Cefizest 200 Tablet with or without food. It should be swallowed as a whole, do not crush or chew the tablet. The dose and duration of Cefizest 200 Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. It is also recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to severe infection that will stop responding to the antibiotic (antibiotic resistance). Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal pain, and Headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Cefizest 200 Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (against any antibiotic) or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Cefizest 200 Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking Cefizest 200 Tablet . As far as it is known, Cefizest 200 Tablet may be used in pregnancy. Consideration should be given to discontinuing nursing temporarily during treatment with Cefizest 200 Tablet .

Cefizest 200 Tablet contains Cefixime (antibiotic) and Lactic Acid Bacillus (beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria). Cefixime prevents bacterial cell growth by preventing the formation of the outer protein layer of bacteria (cell wall) responsible for bacteria's growth and multiplication. Lactic Acid Bacillus is a beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria (good bacteria) that supports the growth of friendly bacteria in the intestine, maintaining a healthy balance of microflora in the gut environment. Lactic Acid Bacillus prevents diarrhoea and beneficial bacteria loss in the intestine due to a prolonged intake of Cefizest 200 Tablet . Thus, together Cefizest 200 Tablet helps in the prevention of infections. Cefizest 200 Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia), and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infections).

In some cases, the use of Cefizest 200 Tablet causes antibiotic-associated diarrhoea; however, Lactic Acid Bacillus in this medicine prevents these symptoms. Inform your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), as Cefizest 200 Tablet may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before taking Cefizest 200 Tablet if you have diabetes as Cefizest 200 Tablet liquid dosage form contains sucrose. Long-term use of Cefizest 200 Tablet may affect your blood, kidney, and liver health, so a yearly diagnostics test of these parameters is recommended. Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have epilepsy, diabetes, stomach problems, or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Cefizest 200 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cefizest 200 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below ten years old unless recommended by a doctor.

• Even if you feel better after taking Cefizest 200 Tablet , do not stop taking it until your doctor says so. This might cause the symptoms to reappear and make the infection difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.
• Cefizest 200 Tablet can affect growing teeth, so it should be avoided during pregnancy and in children less than ten years old.
• Cefizest 200 Tablet should not be consumed beyond its expiry date as it breaks down into harmful chemicals that can damage the kidney.
• Make sure you drink plenty of fluids when you are sick. This will, in general, help you clear out the infection faster, protect you from dehydration, and will help you overcome some unpleasant side effects of taking Cefizest 200 Tablet .