Fix-A DS 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 320.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections
- Efficacy against Streptococcus pneumonia
- Efficacy against Proteus mirabilis
- Efficacy against Haemophilus influenzae
- High stability in the presence of beta-lactamase enzymes
Pharmacology
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin
- Bactericidal activity against gram positive and gram negative bacteria
- Interference in bacterial cell wall synthesis
- 40% to 50% absorption rate with or without food
Dosage & Administration
- Usual 7-day course of treatment
- Recommended adult dosage of 200-400 mg daily
- Dosage adjustment in severe renal impairment
- Dosage for children based on age and weight
- Dosage in typhoid
Interaction
- Increase in prothrombin times in some patients
- Caution with anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Mild and self-limiting adverse reactions observed
- Frequent gastrointestinal disturbances
- Occasional central nervous system side effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Hematological and clinical chemistry reactions
- Mild transient change in liver and renal function tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution during pregnancy if clearly needed
- Exercise caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Caution with penicillin-sensitive patients
- Severe reactions may require drug discontinuation
- Caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Alteration of normal flora of the colon
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote available
- Minimal removal by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
Common Questions about Fix-A DS 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Explanation of Fix-A DS 200 mg/5 ml Syrup
- Uses of Fix-A DS 200 mg/5 ml Syrup
- List of common side effects
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Effectiveness against cold and flu
- Dietary instructions
- Use for treating diarrhoea
- Safety for infants
- Comparison to penicillin variant
- Possible loose-motion and constipation effects
- Interaction with contraception
- Interaction with acetaminophen
- Time for effectiveness
- Action if no improvement
- Quick tips for medication usage