Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
- Cefixime Dispersible Tablets 200 mg.
Therapeutic Class: Anti-Infectives
Dosage Forms: Tablets
Brand Name: Ceficonex-200™
How it works?
Uses of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
What are the uses of Cefixime Dispersible Tablets 200 mg?
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI): Effective against throat infections, sinusitis, and resistant bacterial strains.
- Otitis Media (Middle Ear Infection): Helps reduce pain and inflammation caused by bacterial ear infections.
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (LRTI): Prescribed for bronchitis and pneumonia when bacteria are resistant to common antibiotics.
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTI): Useful in treating cystitis (bladder infection), cystourethritis, and uncomplicated pyelonephritis (kidney infection).
For patients requiring higher dosage strength or physician‑directed escalation, explore Cefixime 400 mg Tablet:
What are the Benefits of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
- Broad‑spectrum effectiveness: Works against both gram‑positive and gram‑negative bacteria, making it useful for multiple infections.
- Respiratory infection relief : Treats upper and lower respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and sinusitis.
- Urinary tract infection treatment: Effective for cystitis, cystourethritis, and uncomplicated kidney infections (pyelonephritis).
- Ear and throat infections: Prescribed for otitis media (middle ear infection), pharyngitis, and tonsillitis.
- Sexually transmitted infection management: Sometimes used for gonorrhea when other antibiotics are not suitable.
- Convenient dosing : Usually taken once or twice daily, making adherence easier compared to antibiotics requiring frequent dosing.
- Well‑tolerated : Generally safe with mild side effects (nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea), suitable for patients sensitive to other antibiotics.
Precautions of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Precautions While Taking Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions
- Reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens‑Johnson syndrome, and DRESS have been reported.
- If these occur, discontinue cefixime immediately and seek medical treatment.
Hypersensitivity to Penicillins
- Patients with a history of penicillin allergy should be treated with caution.
- Partial cross‑allergenicity exists between penicillins and cephalosporins.
Hemolytic Anemia Risk
- Cephalosporins, including cefixime, may cause drug‑induced hemolytic anemia.
- Severe cases, including fatal outcomes, have been reported.
- Re‑administration in patients with prior cephalosporin‑related anemia can trigger recurrence.
Acute Renal Failure
- Cefixime may cause acute renal failure, often linked to tubulointerstitial nephritis.
- If renal impairment occurs, stop cefixime and initiate appropriate therapy.
Dosages administration of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
For oral administration only.
The usual course of treatment is 7 days. This may be continued for up to 14 days if required.
Side effects of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Possible Side Effects of Cefixime Dispersible Tablets 200 mg?
- Blood & lymphatic disorders: Eosinophilia, hypereosinophilia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, neutropenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytosis.
- Gastrointestinal issues Abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, flatulence. Diarrhea is more common at higher doses; severe cases may require stopping treatment.
- Hepatobiliary disorders Jaundice has been reported.
- Infections & infestations: Pseudomembranous colitis (serious intestinal infection).
- Nervous system effects: Dizziness, headache.
- Respiratory issues Dyspnea (shortness of breath).
- Renal & urinary disorders Acute renal failure, sometimes linked to tubulointerstitial nephritis.
- Immune & skin reactions Anaphylaxis, serum sickness‑like reaction, DRESS, pruritus, rash, drug fever, arthralgia, erythema multiforme, Stevens‑Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, angioedema, urticaria, pyrexia, face edema, genital pruritus, and vaginitis.
Storage instruction of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C and protect from light and moisture.
Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
Packing details of Cefixime 200 mg Tablet
Alu-Alu blister pack.
The Cefixime 200 mg Tablet is available in an Alu-Alu blister of 10 tablets. Such as 10 blisters in a unit carton with a package insert.
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GMP Certified Cefixime 200 mg Tablet Manufacturer
Conical Pharmaceuticals is a certified manufacturer of Cefixime 200 mg Tablets at its GMP-certified factory in Ahmedabad, India. This antibiotic is used to treat infections in the lungs, urinary tract, ears, and some sexually transmitted infections. It is trusted by doctors, large-scale distributors, and Retail Chains & Pharmacies. We are planning to export to many countries, including Nepal, Myanmar, Indonesia, Uganda, Ghana, Cambodia, Bangladesh, the UAE, Kenya, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and Nigeria. Our products also reach Central America, such as Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama, and Central Africa, including Cameroon, Chad, DRC, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo. We provide all the necessary regulatory documents to help our partners easily bring the product into their countries. As a large-scale manufacturer, we supply hospitals, tenders, and distributors with the medicine in bulk. Our strong research and development team ensures our antibiotics are safe and effective, and we consistently deliver high-quality Pharmaceutical tablets worldwide.
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LEAD TIME
45–60 days for timely delivery, ensuring reliable supply chain management
SHELF LIFE
18 months when stored below 30°C, ensuring maximum stability and viability
Quality & Regulatory Certifications
WHO-GMP Certified Facility • FDA Approved (Jordan) • Full Regulatory Dossier Support • Certificate of Analysis • Free Sale Certificate • COPP Documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
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It is prescribed for respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, ear infections, and certain bacterial throat infections.
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