Bestar Capsule 400mg

About Bestar Capsule 400mg

Bestar Capsule 400mg Uses

• Respiratory tract infections including bronchitis and tonsillitis
• Urinary tract infections
• Typhoid fever
• Ear infections and skin infections

Bestar Capsule 400mg Benefits

• Effective against a broad range of common bacteria
• Once or twice daily dosing improves adherence
• Can be taken with or without food
• Widely available across Pakistan

What Experts Say

Cefixime is a third generation cephalosporin that reaches high levels in the blood after an oral dose. Physicians in Pakistan prescribe it for respiratory, urinary and typhoid infections where oral treatment is preferred. Its long action allows once or twice daily dosing.

Infectious disease specialists highlight that finishing the full course is essential, even once symptoms improve. Stopping early allows surviving bacteria to multiply and can lead to antibiotic resistance. This is a growing concern with widespread self medication in Pakistan.

Doctors also note that cefixime should not be used for viral illnesses such as the common cold or flu. A proper diagnosis, sometimes supported by a blood or urine culture, helps confirm that a bacterial infection is actually present before starting therapy.

Drug Class

• Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Bestar Capsule 400mg formula

• Cefixime

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Bestar Capsule 400mg?

• Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water
• Take at evenly spaced intervals as prescribed
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
• Can be taken with or without food

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin And Other Anticoagulants: May increase the risk of bleeding
• Probenecid: Increases cefixime blood levels by slowing its elimination
• Oral Typhoid Vaccine: Antibiotics may reduce the vaccine's effectiveness
• Carbamazepine: Cefixime may raise carbamazepine blood levels

Risks and warnings

• Penicillin Or Cephalosporin Allergy: Avoid if there is a known allergy due to possible cross reaction
• Kidney Impairment: Dose adjustment may be needed
• History Of Colitis: Use with caution, since antibiotics can trigger bowel inflammation
• Viral Infections: Not effective against colds, flu or other viral illness

Bestar Capsule 400mg Side Effects

• Diarrhea and abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Rarely, a severe allergic reaction
• Rarely, antibiotic associated colitis

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a dry place
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep the capsules in their original strip
• Keep out of reach of children