Uses of Fimoxyl

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Fimoxyl

Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Fimoxyl

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fimoxyl may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Fimoxyl works

Fimoxyl is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Quick Tips

Fimoxyl is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Fimoxyl may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Fimoxyl does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Fimoxyl 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Fimoxyl 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.
UNSAFE – Driving: Fimoxyl may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nFimoxyl can have side effects and the symptoms (such as allergic reactions, dizziness and convulsions) may make you unfit to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Fimoxyl should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fimoxyl may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Fimoxyl should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fimoxyl may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nRegular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine