Cefixime or Cefixime Trihydrate is a third generation oral cephalosporin, effective against a wide range of sensitive gram-positive, gram-negative and anaerobic bacterial pathogens including betalactamase producing strains.

Dosage
Adults: 200-400mg daily as single or 2 divided doses for 7-14 days
Children: 8mg/kg body weight daily as a single or 2 div. Doses. Not recommended for children below 6 months of age.

The drug is available in Tablets (200 mg and 400 mg) and oral suspension (100 mg per 5-ml spoonful)

Contra- Indications: Hypersensitivity

Side Effects
The drug has certain side effects, that can affect individuals in different ways. The following are some of the side effects, that are often associated with the drug:

• G-I disturbances
• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Rashes

Pregnant and lactating mothers should take the drug with caution and after consulting a medical practitioner.

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