Cefixime 200 Mg Tablets Uses ,Side effects and more
Uses
It is used to treat various bacterial infections such as:
- Ear infections (Ex. otitis media)
- Sinus infections (such as sinusitis)
- Throat infections (such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis)
- Respiratory tract infections (such as bronchitis and pneumonia)
- Urinary tract infections (such as cystitis and kidney infections)
- Genital tract infections (such as gonorrhoea)
- Stomach and biliary tract infections (such as cholecystitis)
- Typhoid fever
Side Effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain, indigestion, diarrhea or wind
- Headache, dizziness
- Itchiness of the genital (or vaginal) areas
Precautions
If your or your child’s symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you or your child has a rash, itching, hoarseness, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Cefixime may cause diarrhea, and in some cases it can be severe. Do not take any medicine or give medicine to your child to treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. Diarrhea medicines may make the diarrhea worse or make it last longer. If you have any questions about this or if mild diarrhea continues or gets worse, check with your doctor.