Exiben 200 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 45.00 (2 x 7: ৳ 630.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 315.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Benham pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections (e.g., otitis media)
- Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections (e.g., bronchitis)
- Treatment of urinary tract infections (e.g., cystitis, cystourethritis, pyelonephritis)
Pharmacology
- Cefixime is a third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram positive and gram negative bacteria
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Duration of treatment: 7-14 days
- Dosage based on severity of infection and patient age
- Caution required in patients with renal impairment
Interaction
- Potential increase in prothrombin times in some patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Mild and self-limiting gastrointestinal disturbances (e.g., diarrhea, nausea)
- Central nervous system effects (e.g., headache, dizziness)
- Hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., rash, pruritis)
- Hematological and clinical chemistry effects (e.g., thrombocytopenia, leukopenia)
- Mild transient changes in liver and renal function tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on use during pregnancy and lactation; caution advised
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with known hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Possible cross-allergenicity with penicillins
- Use with caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Altered normal flora of the colon may lead to Clostridium difficile overgrowth
Overdose Effects
- Gastric lavage may be indicated in cases of overdose
- No specific antidote available
- No significant removal by dialysis
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C, protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
- Chemical Structure: [Chemical structure image url]
Common Questions about Exiben 200 mg Capsule
- Used to treat bacterial infections, not viral infections
- Side effects include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and dizziness
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Not effective for colds and flu
- No specific dietary instructions required
- Not recommended for infants under 6 months
- Not a penicillin variant
- Known to cause diarrhea in higher doses
- No evidence of interaction with contraception
- No clinically proven interactions with acetaminophen (Paracetamol)
- Starts working soon after ingestion, complete the full course of treatment
- Inform doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve after treatment
- Additional quick tips for usage and precautions