Starcef 100 mg / 5 mL

Indication

Starcef is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria, including acute otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, acute bronchitis, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections, in children and adults.

Ingredients

• Cefixime (as cefixime trihydrate) 100 mg per 5 mL

Direction

Shake well before use. Reconstitute the dry syrup by adding the indicated amount of cooled boiled water before first use. The usual dose for children aged 6 months to 12 years is 8 mg/kg of body weight per day, given once daily or divided every 12 hours; children over 45 kg or older than 12 years use the adult dose. Use the measuring spoon provided and take as directed by a physician. On medical prescription only.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• loose stools
• nausea
• abdominal pain or indigestion may occur.
• Headache or dizziness.
• Prolonged or repeated use may lead to oral thrush or a new fungal infection.
• Stop the medicine and seek medical attention immediately if signs of an allergic reaction occur
• such as rash
• swelling of the face
• lips or tongue
• or difficulty breathing.

Precautions

• Do not use in patients allergic to cefixime or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use with caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy or impaired kidney function.
• Tell your doctor about all other medicines being taken.
• Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• and stop use if irritation or an allergic reaction occurs.