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Felix 200mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Felix 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and skin. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Felix 200mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Felix Tablet

Benefits of Felix Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Felix 200mg Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Felix Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Felix

  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

How to use Felix Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Felix 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Felix 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Felix 200mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Felix 200mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Felix 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Felix 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Felix 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Felix 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Felix 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Felix 200mg Tablet is recommended.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Felix 200mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
  • Discontinue Felix 200mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation

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FAQs

Is Felix 200mg Tablet safe to use?

Felix 200mg Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Can the use of Felix 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Felix 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Felix 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Felix 200mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Felix 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can Felix 200mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, Felix 200mg Tablet may cause constipation as a side effect. However, taking mild laxatives may provide relief if you feel constipated. Also, take a fiber-rich diet including fresh fruits, vegetables, whole wheat grains and avoid taking oily and spicy food as it will only worsen your condition. If your constipation gets worse, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Felix 200mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Felix 200mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Felix 200mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, Felix 200mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Felix 200mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can Felix 200mg Tablet treat UTI?

Yes, Felix 200mg Tablet may be used to treat UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). Studies suggest that it has better tolerance and helps to treat symptoms of UTI such as foul smelling urine, frequent urination, vaginal irritation, vaginal discharge, stomach pain, etc., effectively. However, not everyone may be prescribed Felix 200mg Tablet. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.
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