Generics
Cefixime
Used For
Bacterial Infection
Side Effects
Diarrhea (if severe diarrhea occurs, cefixime should be discontinued), changes in the color of stool, nausea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, vomiting, Headache, dizziness, seizures , Transient rises in liver transaminases,alkaline phosphatase and jaundice , elevation of serum amylase.
Drug Interactions
Anticoagulants , Carbamazepine , probenecid.
Indication
Cefixime is indicated in the treatment of the following infections when caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms: – Uncomplicated urinary tract infections – Otitis media – Pharyngitis and tonsillitis – Acute bronchitis and acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis – Uncomplicated gonorrhea (cervical/urethral).




