Brand Name
Zifi-LB 200
Generic Name / Composition
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Cefixime 200 mg (3rd Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic)
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Lactic Acid Bacillus (Probiotic)
Main Category
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Antibiotic + Probiotic Combination
Description
Zifi-LB 200 Tablet is a combination of Cefixime, a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic, and Lactic Acid Bacillus, a probiotic.
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Cefixime kills harmful bacteria by inhibiting cell wall synthesis.
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Lactic Acid Bacillus restores healthy gut bacteria, preventing diarrhea and gastrointestinal upset often caused by antibiotics.
This combination ensures effective infection control with reduced risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Uses / Indications
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Respiratory tract infections (pharyngitis, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia)
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ENT infections (sinusitis, otitis media)
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Urinary tract infections (UTI)
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Typhoid fever (Salmonella infections)
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Skin & soft tissue infections
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Infections requiring antibiotic with gut protection
Dosage (General Guidance)
(As directed by physician)
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Adults: 200–400 mg/day (usually 1 tablet twice daily)
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Children (>12 yrs): Dose adjusted as per body weight and physician’s advice
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Duration: 5–14 days depending on severity
Route: Oral
Advice: Take after meals with water
Side Effects
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Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
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Diarrhea (usually prevented due to probiotic)
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Headache, dizziness
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Rash, itching (allergy)
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Rare: Severe allergic reaction, liver enzyme changes
Precautions / Warnings
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Not useful in viral infections (cold, flu)
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Avoid in patients with allergy to cephalosporins/penicillin
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Caution in liver or kidney disease
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Complete full antibiotic course to avoid resistance
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Probiotic component is generally safe
Drug Interactions
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Antacids (↓ absorption of Cefixime)
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Warfarin (↑ bleeding risk)
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Probenecid (↑ Cefixime levels)
Packaging
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Strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer
FDC Limited
Mumbai, India
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