Suprax

In this factsheet:

• How does Suprax work? What will it do for me?
• How should I use Suprax?
• What form(s) does Suprax come in?
• Who should NOT take Suprax?
• What side effects are possible with Suprax?
• Are there any other precautions or warnings for Suprax?
• What other drugs could interact with Suprax?

DIN (Drug Identification Number)

How does Suprax work? What will it do for me?

Cefixime is an antibiotic that belongs to the family of medications known as cephalosporins. It is used to treat certain types of bacterial infections. It is most commonly used to treat gonorrhea as well as infections of the ear, sinus, bladder, throat, and lung.

Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.

How should I use Suprax?

The recommended adult dose of cefixime is 400 mg once a day. The recommended children's dose is 8 mg per kg of body weight once daily. Children weighing more than 50 kg or older than 12 years should be treated with the recommended adult dose.

Cefixime liquid is good for 14 days at room temperature or refrigerated. Any leftover liquid should be discarded after 14 days.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones given here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is very important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Finish all of this medication, even if you start to feel better. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

What form(s) does Suprax come in?

Powder for Oral Suspension

Each 5 mL of reconstituted suspension contains cefixime 100 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: artificial strawberry flavour, sodium benzoate, sucrose and xanthan gum. Gluten- and lactose-free.

Tablets

Each biconvex, oblong, white film-coated tablet, with rounded flattened corners, breaking scores on both sides and engraved EM 400 on one side, contains cefixime 400 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, light mineral oil, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, phosphate dibasic dihydrate, pregelatinized starch, sodium lauryl sulfate and titanium dioxide. Gluten- and lactose-free.

Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.

Who should NOT take Suprax?

Anyone allergic to cefixime or to any of the cephalosporin or penicillin antibiotics should not take this medication.

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