Treating infections caused by certain bacteria. It may also be used to prevent a certain infection in persons with advanced HIV infection. Infex is a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of or killing sensitive bacteria by reducing the production of important proteins needed by the bacteria to survive.
Important safety information:
Dizziness or confusion may occur while you take Infex. Use Infex with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Infex only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).
This product may contain tartrazine dye (FD&C Yellow No. 5). This may cause an allergic reaction in some patients. If you have ever had an allergic reaction to tartrazine, ask your pharmacist if your product has tartrazine in it.
Long-term or repeated use of Infex may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
Be sure to use Infex for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not Infex up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious and sometimes fatal form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
Severe and sometimes fatal liver problems have been reported with Infex. This has usually been reversible when the medicine is stopped. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you experience symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes; dark urine; pale stools; severe or persistent nausea, loss of appetite, or stomach pain; unusual tiredness).
A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Infex before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Diabetes patients - Infex may rarely affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
There have been reports of tooth discoloration with the use of Infex. This has usually been reversible with a dental cleaning.
There have been reports of hearing loss with Infex, usually in elderly women. This has usually been reversible. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Use Infex with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially irregular heartbeat (prolonged QT interval).
Infex should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 6 months old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Infex has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. Infex is not recommended for use during pregnancy except when no other antibiotics can be used. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Infex while you are pregnant. Infex is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Infex, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Infex side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; bloody or watery stools; confusion; decreased urination; dizziness; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; loss of taste or sense of smell; mental or mood changes (eg, depression); muscle pain or weakness; nightmares; purple spots on the skin; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent diarrhea or stomach cramps; severe stomach pain (with or without nausea or vomiting); symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes; dark urine; pale stools; severe or persistent nausea, loss of appetite, or stomach pain; unusual tiredness); tremor; trouble sleeping.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Infex be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Infex?
Some medical conditions may interact with Infex. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have the blood disorder porphyria, kidney problems, liver problems, or myasthenia gravis
if you have a history of heart problems (eg, fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat), or low blood potassium or magnesium levels
if you are taking any medicine that may increase the risk of a certain type of irregular heartbeat (prolonged QT interval). Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if any of your medicines may increase the risk of this type of irregular heartbeat
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Infex. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Many prescription and nonprescription medicines (eg, used for abortion, allergies, anxiety, asthma or other lung or breathing problems, blood thinning, blood vessel problems, cancer, Cushing syndrome, cystic fibrosis, decreased blood clot formation, depression or other mental or mood problems, diabetes, enlarged prostate, erectile dysfunction, gout, hepatitis C infection, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high prolactin levels, HIV, Huntington chorea, immune system suppression, infections, inflammation, irregular heartbeat or other heart problems, migraines, myelofibrosis, narcotic addiction, nausea and vomiting, pain, parathyroid problems, pulmonary arterial hypertension [PAH], overactive bladder, seizures, sleep, stomach or bowel problems, Tourette syndrome), multivitamin products, and herbal or dietary supplements because they may interact with Infex. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if any of your medicines might interfere with Infex.
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Infex may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Infex?
Use Infex as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Infex by mouth with or without food.
If you are also taking zidovudine, do not take it within 2 hours before or after Infex.
Infex works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
To Infex up your infection completely, take Infex for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
If you miss a dose of Infex, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Infex.
Can Infex be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Infex be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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