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Cefixime DT 100Mg Tablets

Product/Composition Cefixime DT 100Mg Tablets
Strength 100mg, 200mg
Form Tablet
Production Capacity 10 Million Tablets/Month
Packaging 10 X 10 Tablets / Box
Therapeutic use Anti biotic/ Anti infective/ Anti fungal
Package Insert/Leaflet Available upon request

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Cefixime DT 100 mg Tablets

Category: Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic
Form: Dispersible oral tablets (DT = Dispersible Tablet)

Uses:

  • Treatment of bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms.

  • Common indications include:

    • Respiratory tract infections (bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis)

    • Ear infections (otitis media)

    • Throat infections (pharyngitis/tonsillitis)

    • Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

    • Skin and soft tissue infections

Mechanism of Action:

  • Cefixime works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.

  • This leads to bacterial cell lysis and death.

  • Effective primarily against Gram-negative bacteria and some Gram-positive bacteria.

Administration:

  • Dispersible tablet can be dissolved in water before taking, making it easier to swallow, especially for children or patients with difficulty swallowing tablets.

  • Usually taken once or twice daily, depending on the infection and patient condition.

  • Can be taken with or without food.

  • Complete the full course to prevent recurrence and resistance.

Side Effects:

  • Common: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.

  • Other: mild rash, headache.

  • Rare but serious: allergic reactions, liver enzyme elevation, severe diarrhea due to Clostridium difficile infection.

Precautions:

  • Avoid if there is a known allergy to cephalosporins.

  • Use cautiously in patients with kidney impairment; dose adjustment may be needed.

  • Maintain hydration and report severe gastrointestinal symptoms or allergic reactions.

  • Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.

Summary:
Cefixime DT 100 mg Tablets are dispersible cephalosporin antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory, ear, throat, urinary, and skin infections. The dispersible form allows easy administration. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial death. Common side effects include gastrointestinal upset and mild rash, and careful use is required in patients with kidney problems or known allergies.