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What does Cefimed 200mg do? This is a drug belonging to the Cephalosporin group of drugs with the main ingredient being cefixime. The drug is commonly used in the treatment of infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract and digestive tract.
1. What is Cefimed 200mg?
Cefimed 200mg drug belongs to the list of Cephalosporin drugs with the main ingredient being Cefixime. Uses Cefimed 200mg is used in the treatment of respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, infectious bronchiectasis, pneumonia, urinary tract and gastrointestinal infections...
Cefimed 200mg is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets packed in a box of 2 blisters x 4 tablets, each containing Cefixime 200mg and excipients just enough.
2. Uses of Cefimed 200mg
2.1 The effect of the drug Cefimed 200mg The Cefixime component in the drug Cefimed is a 3rd generation cephalosporin semisynthetic antibiotic that is administered orally. Cefixime's mechanism of action is to inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to one or more penicillin binding proteins (PBP).
Cefixime has a broad antibacterial spectrum and is active against most gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Gram-negative bacteria such as: Moraxella catarrhalis (mostly beta-lactamase secreting), Haemophilus influenzae (beta-lactamase secreting or not), Proteus mirabilis, Escherichia coli, Neisseria gonorrhoeae (penicillinase secreting or not). Gram-positive bacteria: Streptococcus pneumonia and Streptococcus pyogenes.
Indications
Uses of the drug Cefimed 200mg are often indicated in the treatment of the following infections:
Upper respiratory tract infections: pharyngitis, otitis media, tonsillitis, sinusitis. Lower respiratory tract infections: Pneumonia, Acute bronchitis and acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis. Urinary tract infections: Uncomplicated urethral and cervical gonorrhea, cystitis - urethritis, cystitis, nephritis, pyelonephritis. Gastrointestinal tract infections: Bacterial infections in the digestive tract cause cholecystitis. Contraindications
Cefimed 200mg should not be used in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to the drug's ingredients or to antibiotics of the Cephalosporin, Penicillin group. Children under 6 months of age absolutely should not use the drug. 2.2 How to use – Dosage of Cefimed 200mg The use of Cefimed 200mg helps to treat infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract effectively if used properly, in the right dosage as follows:
How to use :
The drug is in the form of film-coated tablets that should be taken orally. The drug is slowly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, so it can be taken before or after eating without affecting the effect of the drug. However, to avoid stomach irritation, the drug should be taken after eating. Do not break or crush the tablet, it will affect the effect of the medicine. Note: The drug should be taken with boiling water to warm or cool. Do not take the drug with fruit juice, soft drinks, carbonated drinks, tea, coffee or alcohol, beer will affect the effect of the drug.
Dosage
Adults: Divide the dose based on the degree of infection, usually take 1-2 tablets per day and divide into 1 or 2 times morning and evening.
Children:
Children over 12 years old or weighing over 50kg: use adult dose. Children from 6 months to 12 years old: take 8mg/kg/day and give it to children to drink once or divide into 2 times morning and evening after meals. Treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhea: take 2 tablets/day as a single dose.
Patients with renal failure:
Creatinine clearance > 60ml/min: take 1-2 tablets/day. Clearance 21 - 60ml/min: 300mg daily. Clearance < 20 ml/min: 1 tablet daily. Note: The above dosage is for reference only, so to get the right dose you should consult your doctor or pharmacist, medical professional. Medicines are only used when prescribed and prescribed by a doctor, do not arbitrarily use drugs.
3. Side effects of Cefimed 200mg
Users may experience side effects when using Cefimed 200mg below:
Headache, dizziness, trouble sleeping, insomnia, there may be feelings of fatigue, anxiety, restlessness. Having problems with the gastrointestinal tract such as: loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, pseudomembranous colitis,... Allergies, urticaria, erythema, increased body temperature, fever. Contact your doctor or the nearest medical center if you experience side effects for guidance and timely treatment.
4. Drug interactions when taking Cefimed 200mg
Care should be taken during use, because Cefimed 200mg can interact with some other drugs such as:
When used with Nifedipine, it will increase the effect of Cefixime. Do not take the drug with aminoglycoside antibiotics because it increases the toxicity of the drug on the kidneys. Concomitant use of anticoagulants may prolong prothrombin time and increase the risk of bleeding. Do not take the drug with a live typhoid vaccine because it reduces the body's immune response to the vaccine. To avoid adverse interactions that affect the effectiveness of your treatment, tell your doctor right away about all medications you are taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, supplements, herbs, and supplements. medicine.
5. Precautions when using Cefimed 200mg
With the above information, everyone knows the use of Cefimed 200mg. However, to use the drug safely and achieve the best effect, users should note:
Follow the time of use as prescribed and the advice of the doctor, pharmacist to achieve the best effect. . You should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the medicine. Read the instructions for use carefully to minimize the risks when using the drug. Use with caution in patients with renal failure. For pregnant or lactating women, use only when absolutely necessary under the direction, advice, prescription and supervision of a professional doctor. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not double or overlap the prescribed dose to avoid overdose.
Currently, there are no reports of overdose when taking Cefimed 200mg. However, if experiencing signs of overdose or unusual side effects when taking the drug, the patient should stop using the drug and go to the nearest medical facility for timely examination and treatment.
Above is all the important information about Cefimed 200mg. Medication should be taken as directed for best results.
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