CEFIXIME is a cephalosporin antibiotic.  It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Cefixime is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body.

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• bloody or watery diarrhea 
• difficulty breathing or wheezing
•  dizziness
•  fever
•  pain or trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
•  redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the
• mouth
•  seizures
•  unusual bleeding or bruising
•  unusually weak or tired
•  yellowing of the eyes or skin

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefixime as it may cause increased side effects. Discontinue Cefixime and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

• A synthetic fluoroquinolone (fluoroquinolones) antibacterial agent that inhibits the supercoiling activity of bacterial DNA gyrase, halting DNA replication.
• It is a drug used for bacterial and parasitic infection. Ofloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria.

• The tablet form of ofloxacin is prescribed for various bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, prostate infections caused by E. coli, skin infections, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
• It is used to treat gastrointestinal infections such as acute diarrhea or dysentery, gynecological infections, lung infections and urinary infections.

Tell your doctor if any of the following side effects of become severe or don't go
away:

•  Nausea, mild diarrhea, constipation, gas, or vomiting
•  Stomach pain or cramps
•  Loss of appetite
•  Change in ability to taste food
•  Headache
•  Dry mouth
•  Dizziness
•  Excessive tiredness
•  Pain, swelling, or itching of the vagina

•  Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. 
•  Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
•  It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.