Fix-A 100 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
37.5 ml bottle: ৳ 155.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal against broad spectrum of bacteria
- Interferes with synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- High stability in presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage and Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days
- Recommended dosage for adults: 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended dosage for children: 8 mg/kg/day
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times
- Care with patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Mild and self-limiting adverse reactions
- Frequent gastrointestinal disturbances
- Central nervous system effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Hematological and clinical chemistry effects
- Possible miscellaneous reactions
Pregnancy and Lactation
- Caution in use during pregnancy
- Caution in use during lactation
Precautions and Warnings
- Caution in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Use with caution in penicillin-sensitive patients
- Caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Alteration of normal flora of the colon
- Use not recommended in pregnancy or nursing mothers
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- Adverse reactions in healthy volunteers at high doses similar to recommended doses
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
- Chemical Structure: Image provided
Common Questions about Fix-A 100 mg/5 ml Suspension
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