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	Suprax Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Cefixime - RxList Monographs
		To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Suprax (cefixime) tablets and oral suspension and other antibacterial drugs, Suprax (cefixime) should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria.
		In these studies, patients were randomized and treated with either cefixime at dose regimens of 4 mg/kg BID or 8 mg/kg QD, or with a standard antibiotic regimen.
		(cefixime) Tablets, 200 mg, are convex, rectangular, white, film coated tablets with rounded corners and beveled edges and a divided break line on each side, engraved with SUPRAX across one side and LL to the left and 200 to the right on the other side, supplied as follows:
	www.rxlist.com /cgi/generic/cefixime_ids.htm (1200 words)

	Notice to Readers: Discontinuation of Cefixime Tablets --- United States
		Cefixime is the only CDC-recommended oral antimicrobial agent to which Neisseria gonorrhoeae has not developed significant resistance (1).
		gonorrhoeae infections may be treated with single-dose regimens of cefixime 400 mg orally, ceftriaxone 125 mg intramuscularly, or an oral fluoroquinolone (ciprofloxacin 500 mg, levofloxacin 250 mg, or ofloxacin 400 mg).
		In the absence of cefixime, the primary recommended treatment option for gonorrhea in Hawaii and California is ceftriaxone.
	www.cdc.gov /mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5146a6.htm (501 words)

	Sexually Transmitted Diseases Treatment Guidelines - 2002
		Ceftibuten 400 mg is not as active as cefixime in vitro, and has been evaluated in only one clinical trial limited to men with uncomplicated urethritis; efficacy does not meet the criteria for treating urogenital infection, 98.2% (95% CI 93.6-99.8%), and no data are available with regard to treatment of pharyngeal infection.
		Recently, due to local increases in fluoroquinolone-resistant gonorrhea and the unavailability of cefixime, several locales (King County, Washington and California) have suggested alternative oral gonococcal treatment regimens (www.cdc.gov/std/gisp); these alternative regimens have not been fully evaluated, however an evaluation of cefpodoxime 400 mg by the California Department of Health Services is planned.
		Efficacy and safety of a single 400 mg oral dose of cefixime in the treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhea Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis.
	www.cdc.gov /std/treatment/Cefixime.htm (1950 words)

	Suprax Online, Description, Chemistry, Ingredients - Cefixime - RxList Monographs
		To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Suprax (cefixime) tablets and oral suspension and other antibacterial drugs, Suprax (cefixime) should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria.
		SUPRAX (cefixime) is a semisynthetic, cephalosporin antibiotic for oral administration.
		SUPRAX is available in scored 200 mg and 400 mg film coated tablets and in a powder for oral suspension which when reconstituted provides 100 mg/5 mL.
	www.rxlist.com /cgi/generic/cefixime.htm (178 words)

	Cefixime - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Cefixime is an oral third generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
		It was sold under the trade name Suprax in the USA, until 2003 when it was taken off the market by drug manufacturer Wyeth after its patent expired.
		Notice to Readers: Discontinuation of Cefixime Tablets --- United States - A FDA report alerting physicians about the discontinuation of cefixime.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cefixime (137 words)

	cefixime - Womens Health and Medical Information on MedicineNet.com
		PRESCRIBED FOR: Cefixime is effective against susceptible bacterias causing infections of the middle ear, tonsillitis, throat infections, laryngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
		Since cefixime is chemically related to penicillin, an occasional patient can have an allergic reaction (sometimes even anaphylaxis) to both medications.
		Reported side effects include diarrhea, pseudomembranous colitis (can occur even after cefixime is stopped) nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, skin rash, fever, joint pain and arthritis, abnormal liver tests, vaginitis, itching, headaches, and dizziness.
	www.medicinenet.com /cefixime/article.htm (426 words)

	Cefixime, Generic Suprax at PharmacyWanted.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		* Cefixime is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and urinary tract infections.
		* Measure the liquid form of cefixime with a dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular tablespoon, to be sure that you measure the correct dose.
		It is important to take cefixime regularly to get the most benefit.
	www.pharmacywanted.com /cerifixime-suprax.php (668 words)

	MedlinePlus Drug Information: Cefixime
		Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia; bronchitis; gonorrhea; and ear, lung, throat, and urinary tract infections.
		Cefixime comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth.
		tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to cefixime or other any cephalosporin antibiotic such as cefaclor (Ceclor) or cephalexin (Keflex), penicillin, or any other drugs.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a690007.html (646 words)

	Cefixime - Drugs & Vitamins - Drug Library - DrugDigest (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		You can take cefixime with or without food.
		If cefixime upsets your stomach it may help to take it with food.
		Let your prescriber or health care professional know about these side effects, if they do not go away or if they annoy you.
	www.drugdigest.org /DD/DVH/Uses/0,3915,112\|Cefixime,00.html (586 words)

	Cefixime
		If you have an allergy to any other cephalosporin, cefixime, or any other part of the medicine.
		Cefixime makes the cell wall (skin) of the bacteria leaky and kills the bacteria.
		To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
	www.brainybrawn.com /IMCAccess/ConsDrugs/Cefiximecd.html (512 words)

	Consumer Reports Medical Guide - Cefixime
		Our information about drug and safety, off-label uses, side effects and interactions is based on the best available clinical evidence -- the same information used by hospital pharmacists
		Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
		What should I do if I forget to take a dose?
	www.consumerreports.org /mg/drug-reports/cefixime.htm (766 words)

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