Manufacturer: Vintech Formulations
Salt Composition : Cefixime(250mg)
Vial of 1 Injection
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Vincef 250mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should not self-administer this medicine. Get the injection regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, and indigestion. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Your doctor may be able to help you minimize the side effects by adjusting your dose or prescribing an alternate medicine.
Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Vincef 250mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Cefixime, an antibiotic, is a third-generation cephalosporin like ceftriaxone and cefotaxime. Cefixime is highly stable in the presence of beta-lactamase enzymes. As a result, many organisms resistant to penicillins and some cephalosporins due to the presence of beta-lactamases, may be susceptible to cefixime.
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 Vincef
Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Cefixime is contraindicated in patients with cephalosporin hypersensitivity or cephamycin hypersensitivity. Anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions (including shock and fatalities) have been reported with cefixime. Cefixime should be used cautiously in patients with hypersensitivity to penicillin.
Vincef 250mg Injection 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.
Consuming alcohol with Vincef 250mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Vincef 250mg Injection 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 Vincef 250mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Cefixime is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as bronchitis (infection of the airway tubes leading to the lungs); gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease); and infections of the ears, throat, tonsils, and urinary tract. Cefixime is in a class of medications called cephalosporin antibiotics.
Cefixime has serious interactions with the following drugs: BCG vaccine live, cholera vaccine, and. typhoid vaccine live.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Vincef 250mg Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Vincef 250mg Injection 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.
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.
Discontinue Vincef 250mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Vincef 250mg Injection a strong antibiotic?
Vincef 250mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, which means that it is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It is used to treat short-term (acute) bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, chest and throat infections, ear infections and some sexually transmitted diseases.
Q. What should I inform my doctor before starting treatment with Vincef 250mg Injection?
Before the start of your treatment, inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon), allergic history, or kidney problems.
Q. How long does it take for Vincef 250mg Injection to show take effect?
You might start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking this medicine. However, it is advisable that you finish your entire course of treatment, even if your condition gets better.
Q. Can we use Vincef 250mg Injection for treating cough?
Vincef 250mg Injection is an antibiotic that is used for the treatment of various bacterial infections. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
