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Bestocef 100 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Composition: Cefixime
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Bestocef 100 MG Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of conditions like urinary tract infections, ear infections and lung infections caused by bacteria. It has the advantage of once-daily dosing. This medicine is not recommended for use in case of common cold, flu or viral infections since it is active against the infections caused by certain bacterial species only.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Bestocef 100 MG Tablet

  • Diarrheasevere
  • Abdominal painsevere
  • Dark or clay colored stoolssevere
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
  • Dizzinesssevere
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Excessive air or gas in stomach
  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • Redness of skin
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Bestocef 100 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 3 to 4 hours of administration of the dose.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3 to 4 hours after onset of action.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Bestocef 100 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Bestocef 100 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Cefi 100 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Cefinar 100 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Oritaxim O 100 MG Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Xim 100 MG Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Zylocef 100 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Bestocef 100 MG Tablet

  • Urinary Tract Infection

    Bestocef 100 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of urinary tract infection caused by E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. `

  • Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

    Bestocef 100 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of otitis media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

  • Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis

    Bestocef 100 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some fungal infections.

  • Bronchitis

    Bestocef 100 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

  • Gonococcal infection

    Bestocef 100 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Gonococcal infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Bestocef 100 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Bestocef 100 MG Tablet or any other Beta lactam antibiotics.

Dosage

  • 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.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

  • Description

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Instructions

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Colitis

    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.

  • Renal Diseases

    moderate
    Bestocef 100 MG Tablet 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.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Coombs test

    moderate
    Report the use of this medicine to the doctor if you are undergoing this test. A false positive result may be obtained if this test is performed while taking this medicine. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  • Urine ketones test

    moderate
    Report the use of this medicine to the doctor if you are undergoing this test. A false positive result may be obtained if this test is performed while taking this medicine. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Bestocef 100 MG Tablet 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.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, close monitoring of the infant for any undesired effects is necessary.

General warnings

  • Allergy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Bestocef 100 MG Tablet 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.

  • Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

    - Discontinue the use of this medicine as per the doctor's instructions if severe diarrhea occurs after receiving Bestocef 100 MG Tablet. 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Drug resistance

    - Usage of Bestocef 100 MG Tablet 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.

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

How it works

This medicine works by interfering with certain processes that help the bacteria to grow and increase in number.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Third generation cephalosporins
Schedule
Schedule H

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