Description

Oral suspension for treating bacterial infections.

Prescription

• Prescription-only (Rx)

Dosage

•  Adults: 200-400mg orally, 1-2 times a day
•  Children: 8-16mg/kg/day orally, divided into 1-2 doses

Therapeutic Category

• Antibiotic, Third-generation cephalosporin

Active Ingredients/Composition

• Cefixime 100mg/5mL or 200mg/5mL

Variant

• Enafix Susp [Cefixime]

Consume Type

• Oral administration (swallowing suspension with water)

Directions/Usage

•  Shake bottle well before use.
•  Measure dose with provided measuring cup.
•  Swallow suspension with water.

Common Side Effects

•  Diarrhea
•  Nausea
•  Vomiting
•  Abdominal pain
•  Allergic reactions (rare)

Package Type

• Bottles of 60mL or 100mL with measuring cup

Storage Advice

•  Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F).
•  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.
•  Refrigerate after reconstitution.

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed.
•  Consult healthcare professional before use in patients with history of allergy to cefixime or cephalosporins.

Product Substitutes

•  Other cefixime products (e.g., Suprax)
•  Other antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, azithromycin)

Manufacturer/Marketer

• Enerst Chemist

Country of Origin

• Ghana