Cefixim 100 mg

Indication

Treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, sinusitis, and acute bronchitis.

Ingredients

• Cefixime (as cefixime trihydrate) 100 mg

Direction

As prescribed by a doctor; children usually 8 mg/kg/day as a single dose or divided into 2 doses every 12 hours. Dissolve the sachet contents in a little water before drinking. Read the enclosed package insert carefully before use.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• loose stools
• abdominal pain
• nausea or indigestion.
• Skin rash
• itching or other allergic reactions
• rarely severe colitis.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.

Precautions

• Do not use in case of allergy to cephalosporins
• use with caution if allergic to penicillins or with kidney impairment.
• Complete the full prescribed course. Prescription
• only medicine.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.