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Indications

Suprax is an antibiotic medication used to treat various types of bacterial infections.

Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that kills bacteria and prevents its spread by inhibiting bacterial cell synthesis. This action allows Suprax to treat various bacterial infections, including those that are resistant to penicillin.

Dosage and Administration

The dose of Suprax that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and infection being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic response during treatment. Do not change your dose on your own or take this medication for a different length of time than prescribed.

• Swallow tablets whole with water
• Take with or without food
• Most adults take 400mg once daily or divided and taken every 12 hours
• A single 400mg dose daily is recommended to treat uncomplicated cervical or urethral infections
• Treatment should last for at least 10 days to treat infections
• Children 6 months and older should take 8mg/kg each day or 4mg/kg every 12 hours
• Children over 12 years of age should take the recommended adult dose
• Take Suprax for the entire length of time prescribed, even if you feel well
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Suprax may cause some side effects to develop while killing harmful bacteria. Speak with your healthcare provider for more information regarding any symptoms you may experience during treatment.

Common Suprax side effects:

• Indigestion, upset stomach
• Nausea, vomiting
• Vaginal itching or unusual discharge

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Suprax. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Severe stomach pain, watery or bloody diarrhea
• Jaundice
• Pale or yellowed skin, dark coloured urine, confusion or weakness
• Seizure
• Low blood cell counts (sudden weakness, ill-feeling, fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, swollen gums, mouth sores, skin sores, rapid heart rate, pale skin, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, feeling light-headed)
• Kidney problems (little or no urination, painful or difficult urination, swelling in feet or ankles, tiredness, shortness of breath)
• Severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, swelling face or tongue, burning eyes, skin pain, rash, blistering or peeling skin)

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Suprax if you are allergic to cefixime, other cephalosporin antibiotics, or any of the tablet ingredients. If you develop an allergic reaction, stop using this medication and contact your healthcare provider.

Suprax allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

To ensure your safety when taking Suprax, tell your healthcare provider if you are allergic to penicillin or any other drugs.

Before using Suprax, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had colitis or kidney problems.

Suprax has been reported to cause severe skin problems in some users including toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and others. Stop using this antibiotic and contact your healthcare provider if you notice any skin reactions.

Some drugs may interact with Suprax and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including over the counter medications, but especially any of the following:

• Blood thinners like warfarin
• Carbamazepine

Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with Suprax to discuss the benefits and risks.

Consult with your healthcare provider before breastfeeding while taking Suprax.

Avoid driving or performing any hazardous tasks until you know how this medication will affect you. Suprax can cause you to become drowsy, confused, have convulsions, or develop uncontrollable muscle movements.

Antibiotic medications including Suprax can cause you to develop diarrhea which may indicate a new infection. Do not use any anti-diarrhea medicine if you have watery or bloody diarrhea unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so.

Form and Strength

This antibiotic medication is available in tablet form.

Suprax tablet strengths:

• 200mg
• 400mg

The 200mg Suprax tablets are available in quantities of 30 and 90 while the 400mg tablets are available in quantities of 7, 10, and 90.

FAQ

What are the instructions for Suprax?

Your dose of Suprax should be taken at the same time each day, either every 24 or 12 hours depending on your dosing regimen. This antibiotic medication can be taken with or without food. Follow all directions offered by your healthcare provider to ensure the best results during treatment. Continue taking Suprax for the length of time prescribed even if you feel well to ensure your infection is completely treated.

What is a common side effect of Suprax?

The side effects which are most commonly reported in users of Suprax include diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain. Not every user will develop these symptoms or other more severe reactions. Consult with your healthcare provider for more information or if you have any concerns regarding side effects that you may encounter during treatment.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/suprax.html
2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5534.pdf
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=d0fd45bd-7d52-4fa6-a5f7-f46d5651ffa2&type=display