Description
MEXAFIX-50 contains Cefixime 50 mg, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic supplied as a Dry Syrup. Cefixime works against susceptible bacteria and may be prescribed for selected bacterial infections when a healthcare professional considers it appropriate.
MEXAFIX-50 is supplied in a convenient 30 mL pack, making it suitable for patients who require an oral liquid antibiotic formulation. Cefixime oral suspension has established use in selected bacterial infections, including uncomplicated urinary tract infections and certain respiratory or throat infections caused by susceptible organisms.
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Therapeutic Segment
Anti-Infective | Antibiotic | Respiratory Care | Pediatric Oral Suspension
Uses of MEXAFIX-50
MEXAFIX-50 may be prescribed for selected bacterial infections when the causative organisms are susceptible to cefixime, including:
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Selected respiratory tract infections
- Pharyngitis and tonsillitis caused by susceptible bacteria
- Other bacterial infections where cefixime is considered clinically appropriate
Your product information also lists pneumonia, acute sinusitis and typhoid fever as benefits. However, these conditions should be included on the final product page only in accordance with the approved indication for the specific formulation and market. Cefixime labeling varies by jurisdiction and product, so the prescribing information supplied with MEXAFIX-50 should remain the final reference.
Key Benefits of MEXAFIX-50
- Contains Cefixime 50 mg
- Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic
- Available in a convenient dry syrup dosage form
- Suitable for patients who require an oral liquid formulation
- May be prescribed for selected susceptible bacterial infections
- Convenient 30 mL packaging
- Useful when oral antibiotic therapy is clinically appropriate
Cefixime should only be used for infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. This approach helps reduce unnecessary antibiotic exposure and antimicrobial resistance.
How MEXAFIX-50 Works
Cefixime is a beta-lactam cephalosporin antibiotic. It acts by interfering with bacterial cell-wall synthesis.
First, cefixime binds to specific bacterial proteins involved in cell-wall formation. As a result, susceptible bacteria cannot maintain their normal cell-wall structure. This weakens the bacterial cell and can lead to bacterial death.
Therefore, cefixime can help control infections caused by bacteria that remain susceptible to the medicine. However, it does not work against viral infections such as the common cold or influenza.
Common Side Effects of MEXAFIX-50
Some patients may experience:
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Loose stools
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Skin rash
Most gastrointestinal effects are mild. However, seek medical attention if severe or persistent diarrhoea, significant skin reactions, breathing difficulty, facial swelling or other signs of a serious allergic reaction occur.
Cefixime labeling also warns about Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea and serious hypersensitivity reactions.
Important Safety Information
- Use MEXAFIX-50 only when prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.
- Do not use cefixime for viral infections.
- Patients with previous serious reactions to cephalosporins or other beta-lactam antibiotics should inform their doctor before treatment.
- Tell the healthcare professional about any history of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
- Patients with impaired kidney function may require dose adjustment.
- Complete the prescribed course unless the doctor advises otherwise.
- Do not share antibiotics with other people.
- Seek medical advice if severe diarrhoea develops during or after treatment.
- Use an appropriate measuring device rather than a household spoon.
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
For additional prescribing information, refer to the official DailyMed cefixime information.
Dosage & Administration
Use MEXAFIX-50 exactly as directed by a physician.
The appropriate cefixime dose depends on factors such as:
- Age
- Body weight
- Type of infection
- Severity of infection
- Kidney function
- Clinical response
- Other medicines being taken
For pediatric patients, cefixime dosing is generally based on body weight, so the 30 mL bottle size should not be used to determine the dose. Official cefixime labeling provides age- and weight-based dosing for eligible pediatric patients.
For the dry syrup, follow the manufacturer’s exact reconstitution instructions. Add only the specified quantity of water, shake thoroughly and administer with a suitable measuring device.
Do not estimate the amount of water required for reconstitution.
Storage
- Store the dry powder according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Keep the bottle tightly closed.
- After reconstitution, follow the specific product label for storage conditions and discard period.
- Shake the suspension well before each use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
