Cefixime
ZANXIM
Description
Composition: Cefixime
Product Type: Oral capsules and syrups (regular and DS)
Quantity:
Capsules: 400 mg (pack size may vary).
Syrup: 30 ml bottles for both 100 mg/5 ml and 200 mg/5 ml DS formulations.
Strength/Dosage:
Capsules: 400 mg per capsule.
Syrup:
100 mg/5 ml (regular).
200 mg/5 ml (DS).
Dosage varies depending on age, weight, and severity of infection. Typically administered once or twice daily as prescribed by a healthcare provider.
Indications:
Respiratory Tract Infections: Effective against pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and acute sinusitis caused by susceptible bacteria.
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Used to treat uncomplicated UTIs caused by bacteria sensitive to Cefixime.
Gastrointestinal Infections: Helpful in treating infections such as typhoid fever.
Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Treats bacterial ear infections effectively, particularly in pediatric patients.
Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Manages bacterial infections of the skin and subcutaneous tissues.