About Bexacim Capsule 400mg
Cefixime 400mg capsule for treating bacterial infections like typhoid and UTI.
Bexacim Capsule 400mg Uses
- Treats typhoid fever caused by susceptible bacteria
- Treats urinary tract infections
- Treats respiratory tract infections like bronchitis and tonsillitis
- Treats middle ear infections (otitis media) in children
Bexacim Capsule 400mg Benefits
- Works as a single daily dose in most cases, improving compliance
- Effective against many bacteria resistant to older antibiotics
- Reaches high concentrations in tissues to clear infection faster
- Available as capsules, making it easy to take without injections
What Experts Say
Cefixime belongs to the third generation cephalosporin group of antibiotics. Doctors in Pakistan commonly prescribe it for typhoid fever, since it works well against Salmonella typhi strains that no longer respond to older, cheaper antibiotics. It also treats infections of the urinary tract, throat, and middle ear.
The drug works by blocking an enzyme bacteria need to build their outer cell wall. Without a functioning wall, the bacteria cannot survive, so the infection clears over a few days. Cefixime resists breakdown by many of the enzymes bacteria use to defend themselves, which is why it still works against several resistant strains.
In practice, most adults take one capsule daily for five to seven days, though the exact course depends on the infection being treated. It is important to complete the full course even after symptoms improve, because stopping early lets surviving bacteria multiply again and become harder to treat next time.
Drug Class
- Third generation cephalosporin
- Beta lactam antibiotic
- Bactericidal antibiotic
Bexacim Capsule 400mg Uses in Urdu
- ٹائیفائیڈ بخار کے علاج کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے
- پیشاب کی نالی کے انفیکشن کا علاج کرتی ہے
- سانس کی نالی کے انفیکشن جیسے برونکائٹس اور گلے کی سوزش میں مفید ہے
- بچوں میں کان کے درمیانی حصے کے انفیکشن کا علاج کرتی ہے
Bexacim Capsule 400mg formula
How to use Bexacim Capsule 400mg?
- Take Bexacim Capsule 400mg at the same time every day to maintain a steady level in your blood
- Swallow the capsule whole with a full glass of water
- Take with or without food, though food may reduce mild stomach upset
- Complete the full course prescribed even if you feel better before finishing
- Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem similar
Drug Interactions
- Probenecid: This gout medicine can raise cefixime levels in the blood, so your doctor may adjust your dose.
- Warfarin: Cefixime may increase the blood thinning effect of warfarin, raising bleeding risk.
- Oral Typhoid Vaccine: Avoid taking the live typhoid vaccine while on this antibiotic, since it may reduce the vaccine's effect.
- Carbamazepine: This seizure medicine may interact with cefixime, so tell your doctor about all medicines you take.
Risks and warnings
- Allergic Reaction: Avoid this medicine if you have had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
- Diarrhea: Cefixime can cause severe diarrhea from a bacterial infection called C. difficile, so tell your doctor if diarrhea becomes watery or bloody.
- Kidney Function: People with reduced kidney function may need a lower dose, so share your kidney history with your doctor.
- Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if your doctor confirms it is necessary during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
- Not For Viral Infections: This antibiotic does not treat colds, flu, or other viral illnesses.
Bexacim Capsule 400mg Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Skin rash
- Vaginal itching or discharge
- Dizziness
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
- Keep the capsules away from direct sunlight and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
- Discard any unused capsules after the expiry date printed on the pack
