Cefixime 25mg

Cefixime 25mg — Uses and Benefits

Cefixime 25mg is used to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis and tonsillitis
• Ear infections (otitis media)
• Throat infections like pharyngitis
• Urinary tract infections
• Other bacterial infections as diagnosed by a doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Cefixime belongs to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics
• It works by stopping bacteria from building their protective cell wall
• Without a proper cell wall, the bacteria die and the infection is controlled

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Viral infections such as common cold, flu, or most sore throats
• Fungal infections
• Preventing infections that are not bacterial in nature
• Self-treatment of fever without medical diagnosis

This medicine should only be used for the specific infection and duration advised by your doctor. Stopping early or using it incorrectly can make the infection harder to treat and may lead to antibiotic resistance.

How to Use Cefixime 25mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the dose and frequency advised
• Can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may reduce stomach upset
• Swallow tablets with water; for liquid forms, use the measuring cup or spoon provided
• Complete the full course even if you feel better before finishing it
• Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as scheduled
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• If using a reconstituted liquid, check the label for how long it stays usable after opening and store as advised, usually in a refrigerator
• Discard any unused liquid after the recommended period

Cefixime 25mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Loose stools or diarrhoea
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Nausea
• Indigestion

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Loss of appetite
• Mild skin rash or itching
• Gas or bloating

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe or watery diarrhoea, especially with blood
• Signs of allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Difficulty breathing or wheezing
• Severe skin rash, blistering, or peeling
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Severe dizziness or fainting

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Cefixime 25mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to cefixime or other cephalosporin antibiotics
• Have had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin-type antibiotics in the past

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease or reduced kidney function
• Have a history of stomach or intestinal disease, especially colitis
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are giving this medicine to a young child or infant
• Have any known drug allergies

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Other antibiotics
• Probenecid
• Oral contraceptive pills, as effectiveness may be reduced
• Any other prescription or over-the-counter medicine, so inform your doctor of all medicines you take

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop the medicine once symptoms improve?

No, complete the full course as prescribed even if you feel better, otherwise the infection may return or become harder to treat.

Can this medicine be given to children?

Yes, this low-strength form is often used for children, but the dose must be decided by a doctor based on age and weight.

Does it work against viral infections like cold or flu?

• No, it works only against bacterial infections and has no effect on viruses.
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