Description

✅ Uses

Cefixime is a third‑generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Cefixal 200 DT is prescribed for a variety of bacterial infections, including:

• Ear, nose, and throat infections (sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, otitis media)

• Upper and lower respiratory infections (bronchitis, pneumonia)

• Urinary tract infections (such as cystitis and kidney infections)

• Uncomplicated gonorrhea (urethral/cervical infections)

• In some regions, also used for typhoid fever and shigella/salmonella diarrheas MedBroadcast+15Apollo Pharmacy+15Drugs.com+15Pharmacistsite

⚠️ How It Works

Cefixime works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, effectively killing the bacteria and stopping infection growth Reddit+2Drugs.com+2Wikipedia+2.

🩺 Dosage & Administration

• Usual adult dose: 200–400 mg once or twice daily, depending on the infection and doctor’s advice HealMotive.

• Dispersible form: dissolve in water and swallow; do not crush or chew Reddit+15Apollo Pharmacy+15HealMotive+15.

• Always complete the full course—even if symptoms improve—to avoid resistance and incomplete treatment Illness Hacker+15MedlinePlus+15HealMotive+15.

🔍 Common Side Effects

Usually mild and often resolve during therapy:

• Gastrointestinal: diarrhea, loose stools, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, gas

• Other: headache, dizziness, loss of appetite Yashoda HospitalsCleveland Clinic

🚨 Serious Side Effects (Less Frequent)

Contact a doctor immediately if any of the following occur:

• Severe allergic reactions: rash, hives, swelling (face, throat, tongue, lips), difficulty breathing or swallowing, wheezing Apollo Pharmacy+13WebMD+13Saint Luke’s Health System Kansas City+13Yashoda Hospitals+2Saint Luke’s Health System Kansas City+2MedlinePlus+2

• Persistent or watery/bloody diarrhea—could indicate Clostridioides difficile infection. This can appear during therapy or weeks to months after stopping Wikipedia+3WebMD+3Cleveland Clinic+3

• Signs of liver or kidney issues: jaundice (yellowing skin/eyes), dark urine, change in urination, fatigue

• Blood disorders: unusual bleeding/bruising, anemia, low white blood cell or platelet counts

• CNS effects (rare): seizures or confusion—especially if there’s reduced renal function WebMDPharmacistsiteMedBroadcast

• Severe skin reactions, including blistering, peeling, or Stevens–Johnson syndrome Cleveland Clinic

📌 Precautions & Contraindications

• Allergy alert: Not advised for individuals allergic to cefixime or other cephalosporins (and possibly penicillins due to cross-reactivity) Apollo Pharmacy+5Drugs.com+5Pharmacistsite+5.

• Kidney or liver disease: May require dose adjustments and close monitoring Medicover Hospitals+1MedlinePlus+1.

• Seizure disorders: Use caution due to potential risk of seizures when drug levels are elevated MedlinePlus+14MedBroadcast+14Illness Hacker+14.

• PKU (phenylketonuria): Some chewable forms contain aspartame (a source of phenylalanine) which may be problematic Drugs.com+2MedlinePlus+2Medicover Hospitals+2.

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only if clearly needed and under medical supervision; appears relatively safe but consult your doctor Apollo Pharmacy+1Pharmacistsite+1.

• Contraceptive caution: Cefixime may reduce effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives—use additional birth control methods as advised Reddit+15MedlinePlus+15Pharmacistsite+15.

💊 Drug Interactions

Potential interactions include:

• Vaccines: BCG, typhoid, cholera may be less effective if taken concurrently

• Anticoagulants: e.g., warfarin (may increase bleeding risk)

• Anticonvulsants: carbamazepine (levels may be affected)

• Caution with aspirin-like drugs and others (e.g., certain antibiotics, supplements) Cleveland Clinic

🌿 Real‑World Experiences (User Reports)

Reddit users commonly describe:

“Generally very well tolerated…but I feel nauseous, tired and got headaches”—especially when already ill Reddit+1Reddit+1Reddit
“Slight diarrhea… took probiotic to stabilize” during sinusitis therapy Reddit

Some mention dizziness and mild discomfort early in therapy, which often improves after a few days RedditReddit.

📝 Summary Table