Alcafta Ophthalmic Solution
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Cefixime TrihydrateWeight:
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Cefixime Trihydrate
Indications
Cefixime is indicated in the treatment of the following infections when caused by the susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms: Uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli and Proteus mirabilis. Otitis Media caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis and Streptococcus pyogenes. ... Read more
Pharmacology
Cefixime is a third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic for oral administration. It is bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram positive and gram negative bacteria at easily achievable plasma concentrations. It kills bacteria by interfering in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall. It is highly stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme. As a result, many organisms resistant to penicillins and some cephalsporins due to the presence of beta-lactamases, may be susceptible to Cefixime. Absorption of it is about 40% to 50% whether administered with or without food.
Dosage Administration
The usual course of treatment is 7 days. This may be continued for up to 14 days depending on the severity of the infection. Adult and children over 12 years: The recommended adult dose is 200-400 mg (1 to 2 capsules) daily, given either as a single dose or in two divided doses. For the treatment of uncomplicated cervical/urethral gonococcal infections, a single oral dose of Cefixime 400 mg is recommended. Children (6 month or older): Usually 8 mg/kg/day given as a single dose or in two divided doses or may be given as following ½-1 year: 75 mg daily. 1-4 years: 100 mg daily. 5-10 years: 200 mg daily. 11-12 years: 300 mg daily In typhoid fever, dosage should be 10 mg/kg/day for 14 days. Children (under 6 month): The safety and efficacy of Cefixime has not been established in children aged less than 6 months.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated in hypersensitivity to Cefixime or other cephalosporins.
Side Effects
The drug is generally well tolerated. The most frequent side effects are diarrhoea and stool changes; that have been more commonly associated with higher doses. Other side effects are nausea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, vomiting, flatulence, headache and dizziness. Allergies in the form of rash, pruritus, urticaria, drug fever and arthralgia have been reported. These reactions usually subsided upon dicontinuation of therapy.
Pregnancy And Lactation
There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. It is not known that Cefixime is excreted in human milk. So, caution should be exercised when Cefixime is administered to a nursing woman.
Therapeutic
Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30ºC temperature, protected from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
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