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Product Description.
• Cefixime is an orally active third generation cephalosporin antibiotic which has marked in vitro bactericidal activity against a wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms.
• It is indicated for the treatment of the following acute infections when caused by susceptible micro-organisms:
• Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI): e.g. otitis media; and other URTI where the causative organism is known or suspected to be resistant to other commonly used antibiotics, or where treatment failure may carry significant risk.
• Lower Respiratory Tract Infection: e.g. bronchitis.
• Urinary Tract Infections: e.g. cystitis, cystourethritis, uncomplicated pyelonephritis.
Dosage.
• Cefixime is for oral use
• The usual course of treatment is 7 days. This may be continued for up to 14 days if required.
Posology
• Adults and Children over 10 Years or weighing more than 50 kg:
• The recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily according to the severity of infection, given either as a single dose or in two divided doses.
• Elderly:
• Elderly patients may be given the same dose as recommended for adults.
• Renal function should be assessed and dosage should be adjusted in severe renal impairment
• Children under 10 Years:
• Cefixime tablets 200 mg are not recommended for use in children under 10 years old.
• The safety and efficacy of cefixime has not been established in children less than 6 months.
Side Effects.
Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop urticaria, rash, tightness of the chest, wheezing, hypotension
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