Cetixim 100 mg/5 ml

Indication

Treatment of mild to moderate bacterial infections including otitis media, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, acute bronchitis, urinary tract infections, and uncomplicated gonorrhea caused by susceptible organisms.

Ingredients

• Cefixime 100mg per 5ml (oral suspension)

Direction

Children: Dose based on body weight (typically 8mg/kg/day in 1–2 divided doses). Adults: 200–400mg daily in 1–2 divided doses. Shake suspension well before use. Complete the full course.

Side effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Skin rash
• Urticaria
• Rarely
• pseudomembranous colitis

Precautions

• Use with caution in patients with penicillin allergy (cross
• reactivity possible).
• Dose adjustment required in patients with renal impairment.
• Complete the full course of treatment.
• Consult a doctor during pregnancy or breastfeeding.