Cefixime
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Antibiotics & Anti-Infectives treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Reconstitute the dry syrup with boiled, cooled water up to the mark. Shake well before administering each dose. Can be given with or without food. Store in a refrigerator or cool area away from light; discard after 10-14 days.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Diarrhea, loose stools, abdominal pain, nausea, dyspepsia, and flatulence. Rare/Severe: Pseudomembranous colitis, anaphylaxis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, neutropenia, and acute renal failure.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Contraindicated in cephalosporin allergy. Caution in penicillin-allergic patients (cross-reactivity occurs in 5-10%). Dosage must be adjusted in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance < 60 mL/min).
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Cefixime
Found 11 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Cefixime Oral Suspension 50mg per 5ml
Cefixime is an oral third-generation cephalosporin bactericidal antibiotic. It acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). Demonstrates high stability against beta-lactamase enzymes. Indicated for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and enteric (typhoid) fever.
Cefixime Tablets 100 mg
Cefixime is an oral third-generation cephalosporin bactericidal antibiotic. It acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). Demonstrates high stability against beta-lactamase enzymes. Indicated for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and enteric (typhoid) fever.
Cefixime Tablets 200 mg
Cefixime is an oral third-generation cephalosporin bactericidal antibiotic. It acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). Demonstrates high stability against beta-lactamase enzymes. Indicated for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and enteric (typhoid) fever.
Cefixime 200mg + Ofloxacin 200mg Tablets
Cefixime and Ofloxacin is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic combining a 3rd-generation cephalosporin and a broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone. Cefixime inhibits cell wall synthesis, while ofloxacin inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, halting DNA replication. This dual mechanism provides synergistic bactericidal coverage against resistant pathogens. Indicated for enteric fever (typhoid fever), severe respiratory tract infections, complicated urinary tract infections, and mixed bacterial pelvic infections.
Cefixime 200mg + Potassium Clavulanate 125mg Tablets
Cefixime and Potassium Clavulanate combines an oral third-generation cephalosporin with a potent beta-lactamase inhibitor. Clavulanic acid inactivates class A and other beta-lactamases, restoring and broadening cefixime's bactericidal potency against beta-lactamase-producing Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, E. coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Indicated for refractory otitis media, acute bacterial sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and complicated urinary tract infections.
Cefixime Oral Suspension 100 mg per 5ml
Cefixime is an oral third-generation cephalosporin bactericidal antibiotic. It acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). Demonstrates high stability against beta-lactamase enzymes. Indicated for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and enteric (typhoid) fever.
Cefixime Oral Suspension 25 mg per ml
Cefixime is an oral third-generation cephalosporin bactericidal antibiotic. It acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). Demonstrates high stability against beta-lactamase enzymes. Indicated for uncomplicated urinary tract infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, and enteric (typhoid) fever.
Cefixime 50Mg + Clavulanic Acid 31.25 Mg Dry syrup
Cefixime and Potassium Clavulanate combines an oral third-generation cephalosporin with a potent beta-lactamase inhibitor. Clavulanic acid inactivates class A and other beta-lactamases, restoring and broadening cefixime's bactericidal potency against beta-lactamase-producing Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, E. coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Indicated for refractory otitis media, acute bacterial sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and complicated urinary tract infections.
Cefixime 100Mg + Clavulanic Acid 62.5 Mg Tablets
Cefixime and Potassium Clavulanate combines an oral third-generation cephalosporin with a potent beta-lactamase inhibitor. Clavulanic acid inactivates class A and other beta-lactamases, restoring and broadening cefixime's bactericidal potency against beta-lactamase-producing Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, E. coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Indicated for refractory otitis media, acute bacterial sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, and complicated urinary tract infections.
Moxifloxacin 400mg + Cefixime 400mg Tablet
Cefixime and Moxifloxacin combination pairs a 3rd-generation oral cephalosporin with a respiratory fluoroquinolone. Provides enhanced dual coverage against typical and atypical respiratory pathogens, resistant Gram-negative bacilli, and anaerobes. Indicated for severe or refractory community-acquired pneumonia, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, and complicated polymicrobial infections.
Cefixime 200 mg + Cloxacillin 500 mg (ER) + Lactic Acid Bacillus Tablets
Cefixime, Cloxacillin (Extended Release), and Lactic Acid Bacillus is a broad-spectrum anti-infective formulation. Cefixime delivers extended Gram-negative coverage, cloxacillin resists staphylococcal penicillinases to eradicate resistant Gram-positive staphylococci, and probiotic Lactic Acid Bacillus restores intestinal flora. Indicated for mixed respiratory infections, cellulitis, surgical wound infections, and ENT infections.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Cefixime.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefixime Oral Suspension 50mg per 5ml | 30 ml | ₹18.75 | TAXIM, ZIFI, CEFOLAC, ZIPRAX | ₹49.62 | 62% Save |
| Cefixime Tablets 100 mg | 10's | ₹28.88 | KRIAM PHARMA, ZIFI, TAXIM O | ₹94.70 | 70% Save |
| Cefixime Tablets 200 mg | 10's | ₹52.55 | ZIFI, TAXIM, CEFIX, CEFOLAC, ARICEF | ₹94.88 | 45% Save |
| Cefixime 200mg + Ofloxacin 200mg Tablets | 10's | ₹52.18 | ZIFI, TAXIM, CEFITAXE O, CEFIX O, CEFI O | ₹191.95 | 73% Save |
| Cefixime 200mg + Potassium Clavulanate 125mg Tablets | 10's | ₹120.00 | ZIFI CV, TAXIM, MAHACEF, CEFTAS CV, GRAMOCEF CV | ₹323.81 | 63% Save |
| Cefixime Oral Suspension 100 mg per 5ml | 30 ml | ₹30.00 | TAXIM, ZIFI, ZIPRAX, OMNIX, MAHACEF | ₹73.09 | 59% Save |
| Cefixime Oral Suspension 25 mg per ml | 10 ml | ₹20.63 | ZEFWAY | ₹59.50 | 65% Save |
| Cefixime 50Mg + Clavulanic Acid 31.25 Mg Dry syrup | 30ml with Water for Reconstitution | ₹37.50 | ZIFI | ₹126.43 | 70% Save |
| Cefixime 100Mg + Clavulanic Acid 62.5 Mg Tablets | 10's | ₹65.63 | ZIFI | ₹211.17 | 69% Save |
| Moxifloxacin 400mg + Cefixime 400mg Tablet | 10's | ₹159.38 | MOXINOW | ₹726.28 | 78% Save |
| Cefixime 200 mg + Cloxacillin 500 mg (ER) + Lactic Acid Bacillus Tablets | 10's | ₹96.56 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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