Product Composition

According to the blister pack text, each uncoated dispersible tablet contains:

• Cefixime (as Trihydrate) IP: Equivalent to Anhydrous Cefixime 100 mg.

• Excipients: q.s. (sufficient quantity).

• Flavour: Flavoured base q.s.

Product Summary

Gatexim-100 DT is an antibiotic medication marketed by Healthgate. It contains Cefixime, a potent third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. This formulation is designed as a dispersible tablet (DT), meaning it dissolves easily in a small amount of liquid for oral administration. The 100 mg strength is typically prescribed for treating a wide variety of bacterial infections, including those of the respiratory tract (bronchitis, pneumonia), urinary tract, ears (otitis media), and throat (tonsillitis, pharyngitis).

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Easy to Take: The dispersible format is ideal for patients who have difficulty swallowing traditional whole tablets, such as children or the elderly.

• Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria that cause common infections.

• Rapid Dissolution: Dissolves quickly in water, allowing for convenient and precise dosing.

Cons

• Not for All Bacteria: Ineffective against viral infections like the common cold or flu.

• Digestive Side Effects: Common adverse reactions may include diarrhea, nausea, or stomach pain.

• Careful Administration: Requires a clean spoon and fresh liquid for dispersal before each dose.

How to Use

• Administration: This is a dispersible tablet. Do not swallow it whole. Disperse one tablet in approximately one teaspoonful (5 ml) of boiled and cooled water. Stir gently and consume the entire mixture immediately.

• Timing: Can be taken with or without food, as directed by your physician.

• Course Completion: It is essential to complete the full prescribed course of treatment, even if symptoms improve. Stopping early can allow the infection to return and lead to antibiotic resistance.

• Storage: Store protected from moisture at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Warning: This is a Schedule H Prescription Drug and must be used strictly under the guidance and prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.