What is Cefixime / Lactic Acid Bacillus?
Cefixime / Lactic Acid Bacillus is used for Bacterial infections, Constipation, Antibiotic associated diarrhea, Bacterial infection, Chronic bronchitis exacerbation, Pharyngitis and tonsillitis, Anorexia, Gastrointestinal disorders, Diadrrhea, Otitis media and other conditions. This salt combination may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Uses
Cefixime / Lactic Acid Bacillus is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms :

• Bacterial infections
• Constipation
• Antibiotic associated diarrhea
• Bacterial infection
• Chronic bronchitis exacerbation
• Pharyngitis and tonsillitis
• Anorexia
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Urinary tract infections
• Otitis media
• Gonorrhea
• Diarrhea
• Infantile, weaning, and neonatal diarrhea
• Pseudomembranous colitis

Side Effects
The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur in medicines that contain Cefixime / Lactic Acid Bacillus. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Dyspepsia
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Seizures
• Neonatal diarrhea
• Pseudomembranous colitis

Precautions & How to Use
Before using Cefixime / Lactic Acid Bacillus, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below :

• Concomitant use of anticoagulants
• Hypersensitivity to penicillins
• If you develop bloody or watery diarrhea contact your doctor immedately
• Inform your doctor if you have had allergic reactions to penicillins or other cephalosporins in the past
• It is important that you finish the entire course as prescribed
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Malnutrition
• Pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding
• Risk of bleeding