Getz Pharma Cefiget Powder Oral Suspension, 100mg/30ml

Description

Cefiget Powder Oral Suspension is an antibiotic formulation containing Cefixime, a third-generation cephalosporin. Here are the essential details:

Key Details:

• Generic Name: Cefixime
• Dosage Form: Oral Suspension
• Strength: 100 mg/5 ml
• Pack Size: 30 ml

Indications:

Cefiget is primarily used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including:

• Respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Ear infections (otitis media)
• Gonorrhea

Mechanism of Action:

Cefixime works by binding to penicillin-binding proteins in the bacterial cell wall, inhibiting the transpeptidation process, which is essential for cell wall synthesis. This action leads to bacterial cell death.

Dosage and Administration:

• The typical dosage for adults is 400 mg per day, divided into two doses.
• For children, the dosage is usually calculated based on body weight, commonly around 8 mg/kg/day.

Side Effects:

Common side effects may include:

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