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Caricef DS (200mg/5ml) 30ml Suspension
- Manufacturer SAMI Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.
- Generic Name Cefixime
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Product Information
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Description
It binds to one of the penicillin binding proteins which inhibits the final transpeptidation step of the peptidoglycan synthesis in the bacterial cell wall, thus inhibiting biosynthesis and arresting cell wall assembly leading to bacterial death
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Ingredients
Cefixime -
Drug Class
Cephalosporin Antibiotics
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Dosage Form
Syrup/Suspension -
Uses
To treat infections such as those of the:
- Respiratory tract
- Intra-abdominal
- PID and endometriosis
- Skin and skin structures
- Female genitalia
- Urinary tract
- Otitis media
- Gonorrhea
- Tonsilitis
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Dosage
To be administered as per instruction of a healthcare practitioner
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In case of Overdose
Overdose symptoms may include blood in urine, diarrhea, nausea, upper abdominal pain and vomiting. It may also cause encephalopathy and EEG changes. Seek medical help in case of overdose
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Missed Dose
Try not to miss a dose. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. Then continue your normal schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
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How To Use
Measure dose using a measuring cup
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When Not to Use
Do not use this medication if you are:
- allergic to any of its constituents
- allergic to penicillins or cephalosporins
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Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Black, tarry stools
- Chills, fever or cough
- Dark urine along with painful urination
- Stomach issues
- bleeding gums
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Precautions & Warnings
Make sure to consult a doctor in case you already have:
- Malabsorption problems
- Alcohol abuse
- Allergy to Beta-lactamase inhibitors
- Kidney, liver, bowel or blood diseases.
- Severe anaphylactic or allergic reaction
- If symptoms do not improve
- Severe diarrhea
- Skin reactions
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Drug Interactions
Do not use this medication if you are on:
- Blood thinners such as heparin
- Furosemide
- Aminoglycosides
- Methotrexate
- Tetracyclines
- sulfasalazines
- probenacid
- estradiol
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Food Interactions
The food interactions that should be considered while using Cefixime are:
- Avoid alcohol as it can increase the risk of side effects and interact with the medication
- High-fat meals may impact the absorption and effectiveness of the medication
- Foods high in potassium may interact with the medication and cause imbalances
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Storage/Disposal
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, light and children
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Control Drug
No
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Quick Tips, if any
Do not stop medication if you feel better. Complete the course for proper treatment effects. But it is better not to use for very prolonged periods of time
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