Amixime 400mg caps

Amixime 400mg capsules contain cefixime, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections.​

Indications

Treats uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute bronchitis exacerbations, and uncomplicated gonorrhea caused by susceptible bacteria like E. coli, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.​

Dosage

Adults and children over 12 years or >45-50 kg: 400 mg once daily or 200 mg every 12 hours; for gonorrhea, a single 400 mg dose. Duration varies by infection (e.g., 10 days for pharyngitis).​

Administration

Take orally with or without food; swallow capsules whole.​

Precautions

Avoid if allergic to cephalosporins or penicillins; monitor for diarrhea, rash, or severe reactions. Not for viral infections.​