Fixcef 500 mg Tablet is an antibiotic manufactured by Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd., containing 500 mg of Cefuroxime Axetil as the active ingredient. Cefuroxime is a second-generation cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial cell death. This medication is effective against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including many beta-lactamase-producing strains.
Fixcef 500 mg Tablet is indicated for the treatment of various infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as:
Pharyngitis and tonsillitis
Acute bacterial otitis media
Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis
Lower respiratory tract infections, including pneumonia
Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis
Secondary bacterial infections of acute bronchitis
Uncomplicated skin and skin-structure infections
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
Uncomplicated gonorrhea
Early Lyme disease (erythema migrans)
The typical adult dosage is 500 mg twice daily for 5 to 10 days, depending on the specific infection. For pediatric patients who can swallow tablets, the dosage is adjusted based on body weight and the type of infection. It's important to complete the full course of therapy as prescribed to prevent the development of antibiotic resistance. Patients should consult a healthcare professional before starting treatment with Fixcef 500 mg Tablet to ensure its appropriateness for the specific infection.