Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml

About Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml

Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml Uses

• Treatment of respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis and pharyngitis
• Treatment of urinary tract infections
• Treatment of middle ear infections (otitis media) in children
• Treatment of throat and tonsil infections
• Treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhea
• Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections caused by susceptible bacteria

Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml Benefits

• Effective against a broad range of gram-negative and some gram-positive bacteria
• Once or twice daily dosing improves compliance in children
• Sweet suspension formula makes it easier to give to young children
• Reaches high concentrations in tissues and body fluids
• Generally well tolerated with a low rate of severe side effects

What Experts Say

Doctors across Pakistan commonly prescribe cefixime suspension for children with respiratory or urinary tract infections because its long half-life allows once or twice daily dosing, which improves treatment completion in pediatric patients who often resist multiple daily doses of medicine and struggle with swallowing tablets.

Physicians recommend completing the full course even after symptoms improve, since stopping cefixime early can allow surviving bacteria to develop resistance. Weight-based dosing is standard practice, and pediatricians adjust the suspension volume carefully according to a child's exact body weight.

Clinicians monitor for diarrhea and allergic skin reactions during treatment, since cephalosporin antibiotics share partial cross-reactivity with penicillin in a small percentage of patients. A detailed allergy history is standard practice before starting therapy in children with a prior penicillin reaction.

Drug Class

• Third-Generation Cephalosporin
• Beta-Lactam Antibiotic

Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml formula

• Cefixime

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Measure the dose using the provided measuring spoon or oral syringe
• Can be taken with or without food
• Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve
• Do not double the dose if a dose is missed, resume the regular schedule

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid: Increases cefixime blood levels by reducing its elimination.
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk when combined with cefixime.
• Carbamazepine: Cefixime may raise carbamazepine levels in the blood.
• Oral Contraceptives: Antibiotics may reduce the effectiveness of hormonal birth control.

Risks and warnings

• Allergy Risk: Avoid use in patients with a known allergy to cephalosporins or a severe penicillin allergy.
• Kidney Impairment: Dose adjustment is needed in patients with reduced kidney function.
• Pseudomembranous Colitis: Prolonged or repeated use can cause severe diarrhea linked to Clostridioides difficile overgrowth.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use only if the treating doctor considers it necessary.

Magnett Suspension 100mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea and vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite
• Rare allergic reactions such as swelling or difficulty breathing

Storage Conditions

• Store the dry powder below 25°C in a cool, dry place before reconstitution
• After mixing with water, store the suspension in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C)
• Discard any unused suspension after 14 days
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and shake well before each dose
• Keep out of reach of children