Cefixime Trihydrate Tablet

Cefixime Trihydrate Tablet is available with the brand name “GENOLAC-200DT” and is used to treat infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), chest and lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia) and urinary tract (cystitis and kidney infection) caused by susceptible organisms (bacteria). It is also prescribed to treat uncomplicated gonorrhoea (cervical/urethral).

Cefixime Trihydrate Tablet contains Cefixime, which acts by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. Subsequently, it makes the bacterial cell wall weak and ruptures it, resulting in death. Therefore, this medicine assists in treating bacterial infections.

Uses

• It is utilized in the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The specific uses of Cefixime-200 Tablet are as follows:
• It is extensively utilized to treat bacterial infections like respiratory tract infections and urinary tract infections. It works by blocking bacterial growth and fast recovery.
• This medicine can be administered for otitis media, an infection of the middle ear in children, to relieve pain and discomfort related to the infection.
• It is effective in treating sinusitis, which is an infection of the sinus cavities due to bacterial infections. It reduces symptoms like nasal congestion and pressure.
• It is employed to treat gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted disease caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. This is a part of a dual therapy regimen.

Medical Benefits

• This medicine is an emergency medication for various types of bacterial infections.
• It inhibits bacterial growth by preventing the creation of a shield covering, essential for its existence.
• It acts against preventing as well as curing bacterial infections such as ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), chest and lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia) and urinary system (cystitis and kidney infection).
• It is also given for curing uncomplicated gonorrhoea (cervical/urethral).

Directions For Use

• Tаkе thе mеdication wіth fооd to рrеvеnt stomach uрsеt, оr fоllоw thе doctor’s аdvice.
• Consume thе Cefixime Trihydrate Tablet with а glass of watеr.
• Dоn’t brеаk, crush, оr chеw thе tаblеt.

Storagе

• Sеt apart thе tablеts аt room tеmpеraturе.
• Kееp thеm аwау from еxcеssivе hеat, moisturе, аnd light.
• Fоllоw thе storagе instructions rеprеsеntеd оn thе mеdication’s packaging.
• Mаkе shurе thе mеdication іѕ kеpt out оf rеасh оf childrеn аnd pеts.
• Chеck thе spеcific storagе guidеlinеs providеd with thе prеscription or as dirеctеd by thе pharmacist.

Precautions

• Immediately stop Cefixime Trihydrate Tablet if you experience an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
• Do not take it if you are allergic to Cefixime, other antibiotics similar to Cefixime (cephalosporins), or any of the tablet ingredients.
• Consult your doctor before using it if you have seizures, liver or kidney disease, heart disease, or colitis (inflammation in your intestine).
• If you’re pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor first before taking it.
• Don’t drive until you feel completely alert – it may make you dizzy.
• Inform your doctor that you’re on this medication before having urine sugar tests, as it may interfere with the tests.
• Avoid consuming too much calcium or iron-based foods/drinks (such as milk or supplements), as they may decrease how effectively the medicine works.
• Stay away from alcohol when taking this drug – it can dry you out and make your body work less efficiently to clear the infection.

Side Effects

• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Dyspepsia or indigestion
• Nausea
• Loose stools

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can this medicine cause diarrhoea?

Yes, it can cause diarrhoea. If the diarrhoea is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not take any medicine to stop the diarrhoea unless your doctor tells you to.

What if I miss a dose of this medicine?

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take two doses at the same time. If you’re not sure, ask your doctor.

Can this medicine cure UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)?

Yes, it can help treat a UTI, but only if your doctor prescribes it for that reason.

What bacteria does this medicine treat?

It treats many types of bacteria, such as those that cause strep throat, ear infections, urinary infections, stomach infections, and gonorrhoea.

Is this composition good for colds, flu, or viral infections?

No, it does not work on colds, flu, or any viral infections. It only works against bacterial infections.

Can this tablet be used for a sinus infection?

Yes, it can help treat bacterial sinus infections in adults and is usually well tolerated.