Cefixime

Cefixime is a medicine known commercially as Cefnax.

This medication is an oral antibacterial that has very slow absorption but is effective in mild infections of tonsillitis and bronchitis.

Indications of Cefixime

Tonsillitis; bronchitis; pharyngitis; uncomplicated urethral gonorrhea; uncomplicated endocervical gonorrhea; urinary infection; otitis media.

Side Effects of Cefixime

Stomach ache; diarrhea; nausea; indigestion; intestinal gas.

Contraindications of Cefixime

Pregnancy risk B; women in the lactation phase; Individuals Hypersensitive to penicillin.

How to use Cefixime

Oral use

Adults

• Administer 400 mg per day or 200 mg every 12 hours.

In the case of urethral or cervical gonorrhea (uncomplicated) administer 400 mg as a single dose.