Athxim-O 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery. Athxim-O 500mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections. The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Before using it, you should tell your doctor 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. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

• Vomiting
• Allergic reaction
• Increased liver enzymes
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

If you miss a dose of Athxim-O 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. How long does Athxim-O 500mg Tablet take to work??
  Ans: The amount of time Athxim-O 500mg Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
• Q. Q. How long should you take Athxim-O 500mg Tablet??
  Ans: The duration of therapy with Athxim-O 500mg Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
• Q. Q. Can Athxim-O 500mg Tablet be taken on an empty stomach??
  Ans: No, Athxim-O 500mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Athxim-O 500mg Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
• Q. Q. Can Athxim-O 500mg Tablet treat UTI??
  Ans: Yes, Athxim-O 500mg Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
• Q. Q. How long does Athxim-O 500mg Tablet take to work??
  Ans: The amount of time Athxim-O 500mg Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
• Q. Q. How long should you take Athxim-O 500mg Tablet??
  Ans: The duration of therapy with Athxim-O 500mg Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
• Q. Q. Can Athxim-O 500mg Tablet be taken on an empty stomach??
  Ans: No, Athxim-O 500mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Athxim-O 500mg Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
• Q. Q. Can Athxim-O 500mg Tablet treat UTI??
  Ans: Yes, Athxim-O 500mg Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.

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