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Fixma 200 is a drug on the list of antibiotics commonly indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria, uncomplicated gonorrhea. In addition, to better understand information about the effects and unwanted side effects when taking the drug, please refer to the information right below.
1. What are the effects of Cefixime 200?
Fiosaxim 200 has any effect? Fiosaxim 200 contains the main ingredient Cefixime, which is made in the form of a hard capsule. This is an active antibiotic belonging to the 3rd generation Cephalosporin group, which has good effects on many Gram (-) bacteria, including those that secrete Beta lactamase. From here, the drug promotes good effectiveness in the treatment of some infections in the respiratory, urinary, and genital tracts.
2. Indications and contraindications of the drug Fiosaxim 200
Fiosaxim 200 is indicated for use in the following cases:
Patients with uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria, uncomplicated gonorrhea. Cases of nephritis, pyelonephritis and urinary tract infections with complications caused by Enterobacteriaceae People with otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis. People with acute and chronic bronchitis or mild and moderate community-acquired pneumonia. Patients with typhoid, dysentery. 2.2. Contraindications Fiosaxim 200 is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients allergic to or sensitive to Cefixime or antibiotics containing Cephem.
3. Dosage and how to use Fiosaxim 200
3.1. Dosage Adults and children over 12 years old: Use the drug at a dose of 400mg/day. Patients with urinary tract infections caused by gonococcal: Use the drug with a single dose of 400mg or 200mg x 2 times/day. Children from 6 months to 12 years old: Use the drug at a dose of 8mg/kg x 1 time/day or 4mg/kg x 2 times/day. The duration of drug treatment usually lasts from 5 to 10 days.
3.2. How to use Fiosaxim 200 is made in the form of hard capsules, so patients use the drug orally. For best results, patients should swallow Fiosaxim 200 tablets whole with filtered or boiled water, absolutely do not chew the medicine. During use, patients should not arbitrarily change the dose, increase the dose or arbitrarily quit without the advice of the doctor.
4. Side effects of the drug Fiosaxim 200
During the use of Fiosaxim 200, patients may experience some unwanted side effects as follows:
There is an unpleasant sensation in the oral cavity. Fever, skin rash, redness, hives, itching. Decreased white blood cell count or elevated liver enzymes. Test for vitamin K deficiency. In case you notice any abnormal signs in your body, you should immediately notify your doctor for the best advice and treatment.
5. Fiosaxim 200 drug interactions
Fiosaxim 200 has the potential to interact with some of the drugs listed below:
Co-administration with Probenecid increases the peak concentration and AUC of Fiosaxim 200, reduces renal clearance and the volume of distribution of the drug. When Fiosaxim 200 is used with anticoagulants such as warfarin, prothrombin time may be increased or sometimes accompanied by bleeding. Co-administration with carbamazepine increases the plasma concentration of carbamazepine. Co-administration of Fiosaxim 200 with nifedipine increases the bioavailability of the drug as demonstrated by an increase in peak concentration and AUC.
6. Be careful when using Fiosaxim 200
Caution should be taken when using Fiosaxim 200 in the following cases:
Patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease and colitis, especially with prolonged use, will increase the risk of bacterial overgrowth drug-resistant bacteria. In patients with renal failure, it is necessary to reduce the dose and frequency of administration of Fiosaxim 200. For children under 6 months of age, care should be taken when using the drug because there are no data on the safety and efficacy of the drug. No dose adjustment is required for the elderly, except in cases of signs of impaired renal function (creatinine clearance < 60 ml/min). Pregnant and lactating women only use Fiosaxim 200 when absolutely necessary and follow the instructions of a specialist. Thus, readers have just learned the basic information about the drug Fiosaxim 200. You need to note that the use of Fiosaxim drug needs to be at the right time and in the right way to help promote the best effect.
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