Suprax

The recommended adult dose of cefixime is 400 mg taken once a day.

The recommended children's dose is 8 mg per kilogram of body weight taken once daily. Children weighing more than 50 kg or who are older than 12 years should be treated with the recommended adult dose.

Use an oral syringe or a medication spoon to measure each dose of the liquid. These devices give a more accurate measurement than household teaspoons.. Shake the medication well before measuring each dose.

Finish all of Suprax, even you start to feel better. This will reduce the chance of the infection returning.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Suprax exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store the tablet form of Suprax at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children. Cefixime liquid is good for 14 days at room temperature or refrigerated. Any leftover liquid should be discarded after 14 days.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some adverse effects, notably: it may cause headaches; it may cause diarrhea; it may cause indigestion; it may cause nausea and vomiting; it may cause vaginitis in woman. Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing adverse effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

Liquid
Each 5 mL of reconstituted suspension contains 100 mg of cefixime. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial strawberry flavour, sodium benzoate, sucrose, and xanthan gum.

Tablets
Each oblong, biconvex, white, film-coated tablet, with rounded flattened corners, scored on each side, and engraved with "EM 400" on one side, contains cefixime 400 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: calcium phosphate dibasic dihydrate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, light mineral oil, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, and titanium dioxide. Suprax does not contain gluten or lactose.

Do not take Suprax if you:

• are allergic to cefixime or any of the ingredients of the medication
• are allergic to any of the cephalosporin antibiotics

People allergic to penicillin should take Suprax with caution as they have an increased risk of being allergic to cephalosporin antibiotics.

There may be an interaction between cefixime and any of the following:

• aminoglycoside antibiotics (e.g., Amikacin, gentamicin, tobramycin)
• bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine
• probenecid
• sodium picosulfate
• typhoid vaccine
• Warfarin

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Suprax. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Suprax.

Allergy: Before starting treatment with cefixime, make sure you tell your doctor about any adverse reactions you have had to medications, especially cefixime, cephalosporins, and penicillins. Some people who are allergic to penicillin may also be allergic to cephalosporins such as cefixime. If you have an allergic reaction, contact your doctor.

Antibiotic-associated colitis: Suprax, like other antibiotics, may cause a potentially dangerous condition called antibiotic-associated colitis (or pseudomembranous colitis). Symptoms include severe, watery diarrhea that may be bloody. If you notice these symptoms, stop taking cefixime and contact your doctor as soon as possible.

Hemolytic anemia: Rarely, cefixime causes a condition where red blood cells are destroyed before the end of the cells' normal lifespan. This condition is called hemolytic anemia, which can cause severe health complications. People who have had hemolytic anemia before may be more likely to experience hemolytic anemia caused by cefixime. If you notice symptoms of hemolytic anemia such as unusual fatigue, yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, or pale skin, contact your doctor immediately.

Kidney function: Kidney Disease or reduced kidney function may cause Suprax to build up in the body, causing side effects. Cefixime may also cause decreased kidney function and, in rare instances, kidney failure. If you have reduced kidney function or kidney disease, discuss with your doctor how Suprax may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Suprax, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Overgrowth of organisms: Prolonged or repeated use of cefixime may result in an overgrowth of bacteria or fungi and organisms that are not killed by the medication. This can cause other infections, such as yeast infections, to develop.

Seizures: Suprax, like other cephalosporins, may contribute to seizures. This appears to be more likely when kidney function is reduced, causing increased amounts of cefixime to build up in the body. If you have a history of seizure disorders or decreased kidney function, discuss with your doctor how Suprax may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Suprax, and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Pregnancy: It is not known if cefixime is safe for use during pregnancy. Suprax should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Suprax, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if cefixime passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Suprax, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Suprax have not been established for children less than 6 months old.

This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Generally, a treatment with this medication lasts several days. Take it for the entire time prescribed in order to achieve the medication's full benefit. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. To be effective, this product must be mixed well. Shake the bottle several times before using the medication. Measure each dose with an accurate measuring device, such as an oral syringe. If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember -- unless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose. Do not double the next dose to catch up. This medication may be taken with or without food.