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Imexime 200 is an antibiotic used with a prescription from a doctor. With Cefixim ingredient, Imexime 200 is used to treat infections caused by bacteria sensitive to Cefixime.
1. What is Imexime 200?
Imexime 200 is an antibiotic used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria. This medication comes in two dosage forms, film-coated tablets and capsules.
Ingredients in each Imexime 200 tablet include the drug: Cefixim (in the form of cefixime trihydrate) 200mg and some other excipients.
2. Imexime 200 medicinal uses
The use of Imexime 200 is also the use of the Cefixime component in the drug. Cefixime is a 3rd generation Cephalosporin antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.
The drug can affect bacteria (susceptible bacteria) such as:
Gram-positive aerobic: Streptococcus, S. pneumoniae Gram-negative aerobic: Branhamella catarrhalis, H. influenzae, E. coli, Klebsiella, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Proteus vulgaris Anaerobic bacteria such as Fusobacterium, Prevotella. Some bacteria are resistant to Cefixime antibiotics such as:
Gram-positive aerobic: Enterococci, Listeria, aerobic Gram-negative Staphylococcus: Pseudomonas, Serratia Anaerobic bacteria: except Fusobacterium and Prevotella Imexime 200 is indicated specifically for those cases. Infections caused by susceptible bacteria such as:
Acute pyelonephritis without urological pathology Urinary tract infections with or without complications (except prostatitis) Acute bronchitis superinfection or exacerbation of chronic bronchitis. Mild to moderate pneumonia, including community-acquired pneumonia. Acute sinusitis Acute otitis media Acute pharyngitis, tonsillitis Neisseria gonorrhoeae urethritis. This medicine is also sometimes used to treat certain other infections such as sinus infections in patients allergic to penicillin, pneumonia, typhoid fever (a serious infection common in developing countries). development),... Ask your doctor for more information.
3. How to use Imexime 200?
Imexime 200 is taken orally with or without food.
Dosage is based on the individual's medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is calculated by weight.
In adults and children over 12 years of age or weighing more than 50 kg, the usual adult dose is 200 to 400 mg per day, which may be given once or twice, with an interval of 12 hours. Treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhea is a single dose of 2 Imexime 200 tablets. For children from 6 months to 12 years old, use 8mg/kg body weight each time or 4mg/kg body weight x 2 times/day. However, it is advisable to choose another preparation with a more suitable dosage or form of medicine to use for this group of subjects. For patients with renal impairment, the dose of Imexime may need to be adjusted accordingly. You will start to feel better within the first few days of treatment with this medicine. However, if your symptoms do not improve or get worse, call your doctor.
Continue to use the medicine even if you feel better. If the dose is missed or the medication is stopped too soon, the infection may not be completely treated and the problem of antibiotic-resistant bacteria may develop.
4. Some special precautions when using Imexime 200
Imexime 200 should not be used in people with a history of hypersensitivity to Cefixime or to other Cephalosporin antibiotics, a history of anaphylaxis due to penicillins or allergies to any other ingredients of the drug.
During pregnancy, lactation should only be used Imexime 200 when absolutely necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Caution should be taken when using Imexime 200 in people with a history of gastrointestinal disease and colitis, especially when used for a long time, because there may be a risk of overgrowth of resistant bacteria, causing severe diarrhea. Tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking, especially the following:
Anticoagulants such as Warfarin Carbamazepine Nifedipine If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it is too close to the time for your next dose. Do not arbitrarily double the dose to compensate.
When overdose of Imexime 200, there may be symptoms of convulsions, severe vomiting, fainting, difficulty breathing. Stop the medication immediately, and seek medical help as quickly as possible.
5. Side effects of Imexime 200
Imexime 200 may cause some side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms become severe or do not go away:
Diarrhea Abdominal pain Heartburn Heat Nausea Vomiting Some side effects can be serious and affect the user very badly. drug use. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment:
Bloody stools, abdominal pain, or fever during treatment or after stopping treatment for two month or more.
Rash Itching Hives Difficulty breathing or swallowing Wheezing Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips and eyes Sore throat, fever, chills or other signs of infection return. The above does not include all the unwanted effects of Imexime 200. If you feel any abnormal signs, consult a specialist to get the best health support.
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