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  3. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Composition :

CEFIXIME-200MG + DICLOXACILLIN-500MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Manufacturer/Marketer address

336, Paper Mills Road, Muthu Complex, Perambur, Chennai 600 011
Other Info - CE40696

Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:36 AM IST

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is excreted in human milk. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers if the doctor thinks benefits are more significant than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet may decrease alertness or confuse. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet.

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Liver

Caution

Take Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is given to children only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5534.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/cefixime.html
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/dicloxacillin.html

About Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet

Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, ears, nose, throat, chest, and lungs. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin.  Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Take Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, or vaginal itching in some cases. Most of these side effects of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet. Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet. Drive only if you are alert as Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Uses of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet

Bacterial infections

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Medicinal Benefits

Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two broad-spectrum antibiotics: Cefixime and Dicloxacillin that act against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria.

Directions for Use

Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Do not take Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet while going to bed or lying down to prevent stomach irritation or heartburn.

Side Effects of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Vaginal itching

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, asthma, bleeding or blood clotting disorder, or stomach or intestinal disorder such as inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet. Dicloxacillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about other contraceptive methods such as using non-hormonal birth control measures such as condoms, spermicide, or diaphragm to avoid pregnancy while taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet. Drive only if you are alert as Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet may reduce alertness or cause confusion. You are recommended to complete the full course of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and give unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are using Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet before undergoing any tests.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
DicloxacillinMethotrexate
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefiximeCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet with Cholera vaccine may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DicloxacillinMethotrexate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of methotrexate with Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet can increase the levels and effects of methotrexate. This can increase the risk or severity of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between methotrexate and Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, mouth ulcers, paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches. Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • AZITHROMYCIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet as it may interfere with these tests.
  • Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Cefikwid DX 200mg/500mg Tablet.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

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