Orfix 100 Tablet DT: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Orfix Information

Orfix is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Orfix also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Orfix depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Orfix side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Orfix go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Orfix's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Orfix related warnings talks about Orfix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Orfix contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Orfix may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Orfix is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Orfix Benefits & Uses
Orfix Dosage & How to Take
Orfix Side Effects
Orfix Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Orfix with Other Drugs
Orfix Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Orfix
Orfix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Orfix Benefits & Uses

Orfix is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Orfix Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Orfix Related Warnings

Is the use of Orfix safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Orfix in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Orfix safe during breastfeeding?

Orfix is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Orfix on the Kidneys?

Orfix rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Orfix on the Liver?

Orfix is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Orfix on the Heart?

Orfix is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Orfix with Other Drugs

Orfix should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Orfix Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orfix unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Orfix

Is this Orfix habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Orfix.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Orfix. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Orfix only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Orfix is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Orfix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orfix

Taking Orfix with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Orfix

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Orfix and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Orfix

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Orfix with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Orfix can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Orfix?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Orfix can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Orfix over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Orfix over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Orfix cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Orfix works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Orfix works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.