Qadixem Cap 400Mg 5,S

• Generic: Cefixime 400mg. The manufacturer confirms QADIXEM 400mg capsules contain cefixime and come in a 5-capsule pack.
• Drug class: Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
• How it works: Inhibits bacterial cell-wall synthesis, causing susceptible bacteria to die.
• Uses: Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections, including respiratory, urinary-tract, ear/throat and some skin infections.
• Common adverse effects: Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, indigestion, headache and dizziness.
• Serious adverse effects: Severe allergic reactions and, rarely, serious antibiotic-associated diarrhea or severe skin reactions.
• Usual adult dose: 400mg once daily or 200mg every 12 hours, depending on the infection and doctor's prescription.
• Pack size: 5 capsules.

Note: Cefixime is an antibiotic and should be used only for a confirmed/suspected bacterial infection as prescribed.