Cefixim 400 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 55.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 1,100.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 550.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Cefixim 400 mg Capsule
Categories
- Antibiotic
- Medication
- Cephalosporin Antibiotic
Description
- Orally active cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal activity against a wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
- Indicated for the treatment of acute infections
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
- Interferes in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- Not significantly modified by the presence of food
- Treatment duration of 7-14 days
- Adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Pediatric dosage: based on age and weight
- Caution required in patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
- Storage temperature below 30°C, protected from light and moisture
Usability Features
- Orally active
- Bactericidal activity
- Recommended adult dosage
- Pediatric dosage guidelines
- Caution for patients with known hypersensitivity
- Storage temperature and conditions
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients hypersensitive to other drugs
- Partial cross-allergenicity with penicillins
- Administration caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Alters normal flora of the colon
- Caution in use during pregnancy and lactation
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances: diarrhoea, stool changes, nausea, abdominal pain
- Central nervous system effects: headache, dizziness
- Hypersensitivity reactions: rash, pruritis, urticaria
- Hematological and clinical chemistry reactions: thrombocytopenia, leukopenia
- Miscellaneous effects: genital pruritis, vaginitis
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment: 7 days, can be extended to 14 days if required
- Recommended adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Pediatric dosage based on age and weight
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times in some patients
- Caution required in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution in use during nursing
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote
- Not removed in significant quantities by dialysis
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Temperature below 30°C, protected from light and moisture
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
Commonly Asked Questions
- Instruction for storage and disposal
- Time to work
- Special dietary instructions
- Interactions with other medications
- Usable for treating specific conditions
- Usable for infants
- Safety compared to penicillin
- Symptoms for which it may not work
- Duration of treatment for complete relief
- Quick tips for usage
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections like otitis media
- Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections like bronchitis
- Treatment of urinary tract infections like cystitis, cystourethritis, pyelonephritis
Mode of Action
- Interferes in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- Highly stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
- Kills bacteria by interfering in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall