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Withers Sepixim Capsule 100 Milligrams

Withers Sepixim Capsule 100 Milligrams

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Cefixime Hydrate›100mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Withers Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A light orange hard capsule containing crystalline powder that is white to light yellow.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200402835 · Notified 2004.02.27 · Insurance code 660701220

Summary

Main use
Treatment of respiratory and ear, nose, and throat infections, urinary tract and biliary tract infections, and scarlet fever
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
(Capsules) ○ Adults: Administer 50~100mg (potency) of cefixime orally twice daily. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, administer 200mg (potency) twice daily. Adjust the dose according to age and symptoms.
Child dose
(Capsules) ○ Children weighing 30 Kg or more: Administer 50~100mg (potency) of cefixime orally twice daily. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, administer 200mg (potency) twice daily. (Powder) ○ Children: Administer 1.5~3mg (potency) of cefixime per Kg of body weight orally twice daily. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, administer 6mg (potency) per Kg of body weight twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Withers Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of respiratory and ear, nose, and throat infections, urinary tract and biliary tract infections, and scarlet fever

  • Bronchitis
  • bronchiectasis
  • secondary infections of chronic respiratory diseases
  • pneumonia
  • pyelonephritis
  • cystitis
  • gonococcal urethritis
  • cholecystitis
  • cholangitis
  • scarlet fever
  • otitis media
  • sinusitis
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This medication is effective against a variety of bacteria such as Streptococcus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Escherichia coli. It is used in the treatment of respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and chronic respiratory infections, including pneumonia. It is also effective in treating urinary tract infections like pyelonephritis and cystitis, as well as gonococcal urethritis. This medication is used to treat bile duct infections such as cholecystitis and cholangitis, scarlet fever, otitis media, and sinusitis. Thus, it helps in the comprehensive improvement of numerous bacterial infections.

How to take

Adult dose

(Capsules) ○ Adults: Administer 50~100mg (potency) of cefixime orally twice daily. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, administer 200mg (potency) twice daily. Adjust the dose according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

(Capsules) ○ Children weighing 30 Kg or more: Administer 50~100mg (potency) of cefixime orally twice daily. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, administer 200mg (potency) twice daily. (Powder) ○ Children: Administer 1.5~3mg (potency) of cefixime per Kg of body weight orally twice daily. In severe cases or when the effect is insufficient, administer 6mg (potency) per Kg of body weight twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, patients who have experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication, those allergic to cephalosporin antibiotics, and those with lactose intolerance or genetic lactose metabolism disorders should not use this medication. Additionally, caution must be taken when administering this medication to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to this drug or similar antibiotics. Patients with penicillin allergies or allergic conditions, those with severely impaired renal function, those who cannot take it orally, and the elderly must also be cautious. This medication contains specific dyes, so patients allergic to these components should also be careful. While using this medication, there may be rare but severe side effects, so symptoms should be closely monitored. If discomfort, dizziness, difficulty breathing, skin rash, severe diarrhea, liver dysfunction, or kidney issues occur, immediately discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. This medication should only be used for the necessary duration to prevent antibiotic resistance, and allergy histories must be thoroughly checked prior to administration. In particular, patients with impaired renal function require dosage adjustments, and caution is needed to avoid seizures. This medication can interact with other drugs, so if taking warfarin or certain anticonvulsants or medications affecting the kidneys, inform the healthcare professional. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks before using this medication, and it is advisable to avoid breastfeeding during administration. Safety in newborns, premature infants, and infants under 6 months has not been established, so use should be avoided in these populations. Elderly individuals may experience more pronounced side effects due to declining physical function, so dosage and administration intervals should be adjusted, and their condition should be closely monitored. This medication may affect certain clinical test results, so inform the healthcare professional during testing. Furthermore, the suspension of this medication should not be stored for more than 2 weeks after manufacture, and care should be taken to avoid keeping the powdered form suspended in milk or juice for long periods. Finally, animal studies have reported that high doses can inhibit sperm formation, so caution is needed with long-term high-dose use.

Side effects

  • Shock
  • discomfort
  • oral dysesthesia
  • wheezing
  • dizziness
  • bowel movements
  • tinnitus
  • sweating
  • anaphylactic symptoms
  • shortness of breath
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  • generalized flushing
  • edema
  • urticaria
  • rash
  • erythema
  • itching
  • fever
  • erythema multiforme
  • serum sickness-like reaction
  • severe colitis
  • abdominal pain
  • frequent diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • gastric discomfort
  • heartburn
  • anorexia
  • nausea
  • abdominal distension
  • constipation
  • cough
  • shortness of breath
  • abnormal chest X-ray
  • eosinophilia
  • granulocytopenia
  • hemolytic anemia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • prolonged prothrombin time
  • seizures
  • toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • acute renal failure
  • stomatitis
  • candidiasis
  • symptoms of vitamin K deficiency
  • hypoprothrombinemia
  • tendency to bleed
  • symptoms of vitamin B deficiency
  • glossitis
  • neuritis
  • headache
  • anxiety
  • genital itching
  • vaginitis

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and is best maintained at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A light orange hard capsule containing crystalline powder that is white to light yellow.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle

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