Suprax
Intended to mitigate bacterial susceptibility to support immune response.
Strengths: 100 · 200mg
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Medicine details
- Therapeutic class
Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Cephalosporin
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea
- Moderate side effects
abdominal pain; dyspepsia
- Dosage forms
Tablet; Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Intended to mitigate bacterial susceptibility to support immune response.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Astellas Pharma
- Onset Time
1–4 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in original packaging at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
warfarin; carbamazepine
- Age restrictions
Suitable for children and adults; dosage adjustments required for children.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for signs of superinfection; use caution in patients with history of gastrointestinal disease
Serious side effects
pseudomembranous colitis — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Suprax is a third-generation cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, ultimately resulting in bacterial cell lysis.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Caution advised; consult physician.
Suprax
Intended to mitigate bacterial susceptibility to support immune response.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cefixime
- Listed indication(s): Otitis Media, Pharyngitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis, Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections
Usually available as
- 60 tablets - 100 mg156-100-mg-4251
- 60 tablets - 200 mg156-200-mg-1479