Can be taken with or without food. For suspension, reconstitute with boiled and cooled water as directed and shake well before use. Complete the full course of treatment as prescribed, even if symptoms improve.

Cefixime works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to cell lysis and bacterial death. It binds to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located inside the bacterial cell wall, thereby interfering with the transpeptidation reaction and preventing the cross-linking of peptidoglycan chains, which is essential for cell wall strength and rigidity.

• •Known hypersensitivity to cefixime or any other cephalosporin antibiotics
• •History of serious hypersensitivity reactions to penicillin

Store in a cool, dry place, below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Reconstituted suspension should be stored in a refrigerator (2°C-8°C) and discarded after the specified period.

In case of overdose, gastric lavage may be indicated. Cefixime is not removed in significant quantities by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.

Pregnancy Category B. Studies in animals have shown no evidence of harm to the fetus. However, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Excreted in small amounts in breast milk; caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman.