Product Overview
• Cefixime trihydrate 400 mg hard capsules • Third-generation oral cephalosporin antibiotic • Once-daily treatment for susceptible bacterial infections • Prescription-only medicine • Pack contains 5 capsules (short course for uncomplicated infections)
Product Description
Cefix 400 mg Capsules contain cefixime, a broad-spectrum third-generation cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis. Highly effective against Gram-negative organisms (E. coli, Klebsiella, Proteus, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis) and some Gram-positive (Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes). Indicated for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis/tonsillitis, acute bronchitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, and uncomplicated gonorrhoea. Excellent oral bioavailability and long half-life allow convenient once-daily dosing with good tissue penetration. The 5-capsule pack is ideal for short courses (e.g., 5 days for many infections or single dose for gonorrhoea). Benefits • Broad coverage especially for respiratory, urinary, and ENT pathogens • Once-daily dosing improves compliance • Effective single-dose option for uncomplicated gonorrhoea (400 mg) • High success rates in community-acquired infections • Alternative for penicillin-allergic patients (except those with cephalosporin allergy) • Well tolerated with food to reduce GI upset How to Use • Adults and children >50 kg: usual dose 400 mg once daily • Uncomplicated UTI/gonorrhoea: 400 mg single dose • Otitis media/pharyngitis: 400 mg once daily for 5–10 days • Swallow whole with water – can be taken with or without food • Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve earlier • Drink plenty of fluids • Not for viral infections (colds, flu)