Cefida
Generic Name
Cefixime
Manufacturer
Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Country
Bangladesh
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Price Details
Current market pricing information
| Variant | Unit Price | Strip Price |
|---|---|---|
| cefida 125 mg suspension | ৳ 176.00 | N/A |
Description
Overview of the medicine
Cefixime is an oral third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.
Uses & Indications
Dosage
Adults
Not typically prescribed for adults in this strength; consult physician for higher strengths (e.g., 200-400 mg daily).
Elderly
No specific dose adjustment for elderly patients with normal renal function. Dosage adjustment needed for renal impairment.
Renal_impairment
Dosage adjustment required for severe renal impairment (CrCl < 30 mL/min). Consult a physician.
How to Take
For oral administration. Shake the bottle well before each use. Can be taken with or without food.
Mechanism of Action
Cefixime works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial cell lysis and death.
Pharmacokinetics
Onset
1-2 hours
Excretion
Primarily excreted unchanged in urine and bile.
Half life
3-4 hours
Absorption
Approximately 40-50% absorbed orally. Food may slightly increase absorption.
Metabolism
Not extensively metabolized in the body.
Side Effects
Contraindications
- •Known hypersensitivity to cefixime or any other cephalosporin antibiotics.
- •History of severe hypersensitivity reaction to penicillin.
Drug Interactions
Probenecid
May increase cefixime plasma concentrations by inhibiting renal excretion.
Carbamazepine
Concomitant administration may increase carbamazepine plasma concentrations.
Warfarin and other anticoagulants
May increase prothrombin time, potentially leading to increased bleeding risk. Close monitoring of INR is advised.
Storage
Store dry powder below 30°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Reconstituted suspension should be stored in a refrigerator (2-8°C) and discarded after 7 or 14 days (check specific product leaflet).
Overdose
In case of overdose, gastric lavage may be indicated. Supportive therapy, including fluid and electrolyte balance, is recommended. Hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis is not effective in removing cefixime from the body.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Use in pregnancy only if clearly needed. Cefixime is excreted in small amounts in breast milk; caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing mother. Consult a physician.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this medicine
Pack Sizes
Shelf Life
Typically 24 months for unopened powder. Reconstituted suspension is stable for 7-14 days under refrigeration.
Availability
Pharmacies, Hospitals
Approval Status
Approved by DGDA
Patent Status
Expired
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