Information

FIXIM-100 Dry Syrup is a brand name of Cefixime 100 mg / 5 ml Dry Syrup in 60 ml. It is used to treat several bacterial infections by preventing the growth of bacteria and spread of infections.

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Therapeutic Class

Third Generation Cephalosporin

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Dose and Direction of Use

• Shake the bottle to disperse the dry powder
•  Add the SWFI provided upto the mark and shake to dissolve
•  Add additional amount of water to the mark and make final suspension
•  Pour the dose instructed in the cap to consume
•  Consume after meal

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Mode of Action

- Cefixime binds with bacterial transpeptidase and inhibits the cross-linking of Peptidoglycan.

- This leads to bacterial cell wall synthesis inhibition and thus, resulting in bactericidal effect.

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Uses

•  Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
• Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
• Urinary Tract Infection

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Contraindications

Don't use this medicine if you have:

• Hypersensitivity to Cephalosporin or cefixime

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Precautions and Warning

• Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
• Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
• Don't double the dose for the missed one.
• Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine. Stopping the medication in the middle might cause the return of infections.
• Don't use this medicine for viral infections
• Diarrhea may occur as a side effect.Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
• Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.

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