Description
Cefixime Dispersible Tablets are available with the branding “ACEFE-50 DT” and is utilised to cure infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis), chest and lungs (bronchitis, pneumonia) and urinary tract (cystitis and kidney infection). It is also prescribed for treating uncomplicated gonorrhoea (cervical/urethral). This tablet includes Cefixime, which inhibits cell wall synthesis. Consequently, Cefixime disrupts and kills the bacterial cell wall, causing death. In doing so, Cefixime assists in the cure of bacterial infections.
Uses of Cefixime Dispersible Tablets
- Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Cefixime is extensively utilized to treat bacterial infections like respiratory tract infections, and urinary tract infections. It acts by preventing bacterial growth, facilitating recovery.
- Treatment of Otitis Media: Cefixime can be prescribed for otitis media, a middle ear infection that is prevalent among children, to reduce pain and discomfort caused by the condition.
- Sinusitis Treatment: Cefixime is effective in curing sinusitis, which is the inflammation of the sinus cavities due to bacterial infection. It provides relief from symptoms of congestion and pressure in the nose.
- Gonorrhea Treatment: Occasionally, Cefixime is employed for the treatment of gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted disease that is caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium. Such use is often a component of a dual therapy regimen.
Directions For Use
- Don’t take Cefixime Dispersible Tablets in its whole form.
- Dissolve it in 2-3 spoons of fresh water.
- Stir slowly if necessary.
- Drink it soon after it dissolves.
- Take it after food.
- Take it at the same time each day.
- Complete the entire course, even if you improve.
Storage
- Adhere to thе storagе instructions on thе mеdication package.
- Kееp thе mеdication out of thе rеach of childrеn and pеts.
- Storе thе tablеts at room tеmpеraturе, еxcludеd from еxcеssivе hеat, moisturе, and light.
- Rеfеr to thе spеcific storagе guidеlinеs providеd with thе prеscription or fоllow thе instructions оf thе pharmacist.
Precautions
- This drug can interact with some vaccines (BCG, cholera vaccine, typhoid vaccine), anticoagulant drugs (warfarin), and anticonvulsant drugs (carbamazepine).
- It can interact with disease states, such as colitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the colon), renal impairment, liver disease, and seizure disorders.
- It is not to be used during pregnancy unless essential. Your physician will consider the benefits and risks before prescribing it. Please consult your physician.
- It should be taken by nursing mothers after visiting a physician before its administration.
- This tablet tends to cause drowsiness and confusion, which might impair driving skills.
- Cefixime Dispersible Tablets must be taken cautiously, particularly if you are a child under 12 years of age.
Side Effects
- Dyspepsia or indigestion
- Loose stools
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
Frеquеntly Askеd Quеstions (FAQs)
What if I forget a dose of this preparation?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed. Do not take two doses at once.
Can this tablet be used to cure a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Yes, it can be used to treat UTIS, but on a medical prescription only. Do not use it without consulting a doctor.
What kind of infections does this drug treat?
It treats a lot of bacteria like strep throat, sinus infection, lung infection, UTIS, typhoid, and gonorrhea.
Can I use this dosage for a cold or flu?
No, it doesn’t work against colds, flu, or viral infections. It acts on specific bacterial infections only.
Is it safe for sinus infection?
Yes, according to studies, this tablet is suitable for sinus infection in adults and is well tolerated.
Can this tablet affect my laboratory test results?
Yes, it can affect tests like urine sugar. Inform your doctor before undergoing any lab tests.
Who should exercise caution while taking this medicine?
Those with kidney, liver diseases, heart ailments, seizures, or colitis must see a doctor before they take it. Also seek when pregnant, seeking pregnancy, or lactating.
Is this tablet safe in people with kidney disease?
Yes, it can be taken but carefully. The doctor can reduce the dose in case of kidney disorders.
