Cefixim 100 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)

30 ml bottle: ৳ 130.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Cefixime trihydrate
Company	Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Cefixim 200 mg capsule Cefixim 400 mg capsule Cefixim ds 200 mg suspension Cefixim 25 mg pediatric drop

Title

Cefixim 100 mg/5 ml Suspension

Description

Cefixim 100 mg/5 ml Suspension is an orally active cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity against a wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms. It is indicated for upper respiratory tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and other acute infections.

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Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic

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Marked in-vitro bactericidal activity against a wide variety of bacteria

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Orally active and suitable for oral administration

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Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria

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Absorbs about 40% to 50% whether administered with or without food

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Recommended for the treatment and prevention of urinary tract infections

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Effective in treating infections caused by commonly occurring pathogens

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Highly stable in the presence of beta-lactamase enzymes

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Usual course of treatment is 7 days, which may be extended up to 14 days if required

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Recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily according to the severity of the infection

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Recommended dosage for children is 8 mg/kg/day administered as a single dose or in two divided doses

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Usable for the treatment of common infections in adults and children over 10 years

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Caution advised when used by patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics

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Increases in prothrombin times noted in some patients, requiring care in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy

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Generally well tolerated; majority of adverse reactions were mild and self-limiting

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Commonly reported side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, headaches, dizziness, and allergic reactions

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Caution advised during pregnancy and lactation, with use only if clearly needed

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Caution required when given to patients with markedly impaired renal function

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May alter the normal flora of the colon and permit overgrowth of clostridia

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No specific antidote in case of overdose; gastric lavage may be indicated

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Not removed in significant quantities from the circulation by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis

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Recommended for storage below 30°C, protected from light and moisture

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Chemical Structure: Molecular Formula - C16H15N5O7S2

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Chemical Structure: Highly stable in the presence of beta-lactamase enzyme

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Chemical Structure: Absorption of Cefixime not significantly modified by the presence of food

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Drug Class: Third generation Cephalosporins

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Suitable for use in adults and children over 10 years

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Usable with caution in penicillin-sensitive patients; partial cross-allergenicity between penicillins and cephalosporins noted

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No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women; caution advised and use only if clearly needed

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Caution should be exercised when administered to nursing women

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No specific antidote in case of overdose; generally well tolerated

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Antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections; does not work for viral infections like flu

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Prevents bacteria from forming the bacterial protective covering which is essential for their development

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Used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as urinary tract infection, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and bronchitis

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Can also be used to treat conditions of fungal and gonococcal infections

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Some commonly reported serious side effects include diarrhea, abdominal pain, dark or clay-colored stools, facial swelling, dizziness, and chest pain

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Instructions for storage and disposal: should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack, and kept unreachable to children and pets

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Do not recommended for the treatment of colds, flu, or other viral infections

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Special dietary instructions not required; continue normal diet unless otherwise advised by a doctor

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Not prescribed to treat diarrhea

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Safety not established in newborns or infants aged less than 6 months

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Not a penicillin variant; belongs to cephalosporin antibiotic class

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Caution advised when used in combination with contraceptive medications

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No clinically proven interactions with acetaminophen (paracetamol)

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Starts working as soon after ingestion; may take a few days to relieve symptoms completely

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Inform the doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve after completing the full course of treatment