Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml

About Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml

Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml Uses

• Throat infections such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis
• Middle ear infections in children
• Urinary tract infections
• Typhoid fever
• Acute bronchitis and other respiratory tract infections

Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml Benefits

• Third generation cephalosporin with a broad spectrum of activity
• Oral suspension form makes dosing easier for young children
• Usually dosed once or twice a day for better compliance
• Reaches good concentrations in throat, ear and urinary tissues

What Experts Say

Pediatricians in Pakistan frequently reach for a cefixime suspension when a child has a confirmed or strongly suspected bacterial infection that has not responded to simpler antibiotics. Typhoid fever remains common across the country, and cefixime is one of the practical oral options once a child can tolerate feeds again.

Doctors calculate the dose by the child's body weight rather than age alone, since a fixed dose can under treat a heavier child or over expose a smaller one. Physicians also stress finishing the entire prescribed course, since stopping early is a known driver of resistant bacteria in common childhood infections.

Because cefixime does not treat viral fevers or common colds, prescribers usually confirm a bacterial source through symptoms, examination or lab tests before starting therapy. Regular review after two to three days helps catch a poor response early and avoids unnecessary prolonged antibiotic exposure in young patients.

Drug Class

• Third generation cephalosporin antibiotic

Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml formula

• Cefixime

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before every dose
• Use the measuring spoon or cup provided, not a household spoon
• Give with or without food as advised by the doctor
• Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve early
• Give doses at evenly spaced times each day

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid: Raises cefixime levels in the blood and may increase side effects
• Warfarin and other anticoagulants: Cefixime can increase the blood thinning effect and bleeding risk
• Oral typhoid vaccine: Antibiotics can reduce the vaccine's effectiveness if given close together
• Other nephrotoxic medicines: Combined use needs monitoring of kidney function

Risks and warnings

• Allergy history: Avoid use in children with known allergy to penicillins or cephalosporins
• Kidney impairment: Dose adjustment is needed in children with reduced kidney function
• Colitis history: Use with caution in a child with a history of severe diarrhea after antibiotics
• Medical supervision: Give only under a doctor's guidance and confirmed diagnosis
• Overuse: Avoid repeated unnecessary courses, which encourage antibiotic resistance

Flexeril Suspension 100mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Abdominal pain or cramping
• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Rare allergic reaction with swelling or difficulty breathing

Storage Conditions

• Keep the reconstituted suspension in the refrigerator, not in the freezer
• Use the reconstituted suspension within 14 days and discard any leftover after that
• Keep the bottle tightly closed between doses
• Protect from direct sunlight and excess heat
• Keep out of reach of children