DRY Syrup Presentation

Each 5 ml of the reconstituted supension contains:
Cefixime Trihydrate IP
eq. to Cefixime        50 mg

Cefixime is the cephalosporin antibiotic. It falls under the first – generation cephalosporins. Cefixime is resistance against beta-lactamase enzymes. cefixime inhibits cell wall synthesis

Indications

• Treats gonorrhoea
• Used in tonsillitis
• In ear infection
• Bronchitis (inflammation in bronchi)
• Used in throat infections.

Mechanism of Action

Cefixime acts by binding with the penicillin binding protein present inside the cell wall of the bacteria and prevent the cross- linking of the NAM and NAG by inhibiting the peptidoglycan synthetase, causes lysis of cell wall of bacteria

Side effects

• Stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Headache

Contraindication

• Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity
• Contraindicated in first trimester of pregnancy

Storage

Store it at room temperature or in refrigerator
Tightly close the container

Directions

As directed by the physician

Shake the bottle well before use