Triocim 200 mg (Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Cefixime trihydrate
Company	Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Triocim 400 mg capsule Triocim 100 mg suspension Triocim ds 200 mg suspension

Cephalosporin Type

Third generation semisynthetic

Formulation

Capsule

Packaging

Bottle

Dosage Strength

200 mg

Administration

Oral

Bactericidal Activity

Gram-positive
Gram-negative

Indicated for

Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
Urinary Tract Infections

Susceptible Microorganisms

Streptococcus pneumonia
Escherichia coli
Proteus mirabilis
Klebsiella species
Haemophilus influenzae
Moraxella catarrhalis
Enterobacter species

Food Interaction

Does not significantly modify absorption

Recommended Adult Dosage

200-400 mg daily

Maximum Treatment Duration

14 days

Pediatric Dosage Guideline

5 mg/kg/day
Suggested daily volume of suspension for different age groups

Dosage in Typhoid

5 mg/kg body weight twice daily for 10-14 days

Renal Impairment Dosage

200 mg once daily for creatinine clearance < 20 ml/min
Normal dose for creatinine clearance ≥ 20 ml/min

Interaction with Anticoagulant Therapy

May increase prothrombin times

Contraindication

Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics

Common Reactions

Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Headache
Pruritus
Thrombocytopenia

Caution in Patients with

Hypersensitivity to other drugs
Markedly impaired renal function
Penicillin sensitivity

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C, protected from light & moisture, and out of the reach of children

Molecular Formula

C16H15N5O7S2

Chemical Structure

Third generation cephalosporin

Use During Pregnancy

Only if clearly needed and under medical supervision

Lactation Caution

Exercise caution in nursing women

Overdose Effects

Gastric Lavage may be indicated
No specific antidote available

Not Removed by Dialysis

Not removed in significant quantities by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis

Therapeutic Class

Antibiotic

Prevention from Conditions

Urinary Tract Infection
Tonsillitis
Pharyngitis
Bronchitis
Fungal and Gonococcal Infections

Common Side Effects

Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Swelling
Dizziness
Indigestion

Special Precautions for Storage and Disposal

Keep in cool dry place, in its original pack, and out of reach of children and pets

Onset of Action

As soon after ingestion

Complete Medication Course

For the suggested days

Quick Tips from Doctor

Do not skip doses
Take with food to avoid upset stomach
Discontinue if rash, swelling, or breathing difficulty occurs

Antibiotic Class

Cephalosporin

Works for

Bacterial Infection