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Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Cefixime
- Manufactured by : Matrix Pharma
- Drug Strength : 400 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 5s
- Product SKU : pg_3017_3951
Blevo tablet contains Cefixime | belongs to Cephalosporin
Alternate brands of Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s
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How it works
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s medicine works by interfering with certain processes that help the bacteria to grow and increase in number.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s
- Diarrhea Severe
- Abdominal pain Severe
- Dark or clay colored stools Severe
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet Severe
- Dizziness Severe
- Acid or sour stomach
- Excessive air or gas in stomach
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Redness of skin
Uses of Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Urinary Tract Infection
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s is used in the treatment of urinary tract infection caused by E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. `
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Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s is used in the treatment of otitis media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
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Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s is used in the treatment of Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some fungal infections.
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Bronchitis
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s is used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
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Gonococcal infection
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s is used in the treatment of Gonococcal infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s or any other Beta lactam antibiotics.
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Known hypersensitivity
It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug.
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s or Beta-lactam Antibiotics. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any allergic symptoms like rash, itching, nausea or vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.
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Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
Discontinue the use of this medicine as per the doctor's instructions if severe diarrhea occurs after receiving Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s . This medicine may cause an imbalance in the microbial flora of the large intestine, decreasing the gut-friendly bacteria and promoting the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile, resulting in severe diarrhea.
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Bleeding disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Regular monitoring of prothrombin time is necessary in such cases. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with an impaired kidney function due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made based on the CrCl or eGFR.
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Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 months of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established in this particular age group.
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Drug resistance
Usage of Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
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Driving or Operating machinery
This medicine may rarely cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience dizziness during treatment with this medicine.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Amikacin Moderate
- Chloramphenicol Moderate
- Nifedipine Moderate
- Warfarin Moderate
- Ethinyl Estradiol Moderate
- Cholera Vaccine Severe
- Furosemide Moderate
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Moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Moderate
Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s should be used with caution in patients with renal diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Cefixime [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/cefixime-47-api [cited 28 August 2019 ]. 9 Oct 2017
- medicines.org.uk - Suprax Tablets 200 mg [Internet]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/14540#PRODUCTINFO [cited 28 August 2019]. 20 Aug 2019
- lupinpharmaceuticals - SUPRAX [Internet]. Available from: http://www.lupinpharmaceuticals.com/pdf/09/SUPRAX%20Common%20PI%20.pdf [cited 28 August 2019]. N/A
what are the adverse effects of Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s?
GI disturbances. Headaches, dizziness. Rashes. Very rarely pseudomembranous colitis, haemolytic anaemia, encephalopathy.
What happens if I miss a dose of Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s?
Adults: 200-400 mg in two divided doses. Children: 6-12 mg/kg/day in two divided doses.
Lower Respiratory Infection: Adults & Children: gt;12 yr or gt;50 kg: 400 mg once daily or 200 mg every 12 hr. lt;50 kg or gt;6 mth: 8 mg/kg once daily or 4 mg/kg every 12 hr.
Otitis Media: Adults & Children: gt;12 yr or gt;50 kg: 400 mg once daily or 200 mg every 12 hr. lt;50 kg or gt;6 mth: 8 mg/kg once daily or 4 mg/kg every 12 hr.
Upper Respiratory Infection: Adults & Children: gt;12 yr or gt;50 kg: 400 mg once daily or 200 mg every 12 hr. lt;50 kg or gt;6 mth: 8 mg/kg once daily or 4 mg/kg every 12 hr.
Urinary Tract Infection: Adults & Children: gt;12 yr or gt;50 kg: 400 mg once daily or 200 mg every 12 hr. lt;50 kg or gt;6 mth: 8 mg/kg once daily or 4 mg/kg every 12 hr.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Blevo tablet 400 mg 5’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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