Suprax 400 is a cephalosporin antibiotic prescribed for the treatment of many diseases caused by pathogens. The drug treats respiratory, urinary, biliary tract, skin diseases.
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Forms of release and composition of the drug
Suprax is found in pharmacies in the following dosage formats:
- pills;
- capsules;
- granules.
All dosage forms consist of one active ingredient - cefixime.
What diseases is prescribed Suprax 400 mg
Capsules "Supraks" 400 mg as well as other forms of the drug, are effective against pathogenic bacteria. In addition, this tool does not harm the patient's body, and therefore children are allowed from six months.
Typically, the medicine is used in the treatment of the following pathologies:
- pneumonia;
- bronchitis;
- sinusitis;
- genitourinary diseases;
- pyelonephritis;
- tonsillitis;
- otitis;
- gonorrhea;
- urethritis;
- intestinal infections.
The therapeutic effect occurs if the disease is caused by microorganisms sensitive to cephalosporin. Suprax Solutab 400 mg has been shown to be effective against Streptococcus, Klebsiella, and a host of other bacteria.
Instructions for use of tablets and capsules for adults and children
"Suprax" for adults is prescribed in tablet / capsule form, 400 mg once daily. The medicine is taken without regard to meals in the morning.
Children are recommended medication in granules from which the suspension is made.In this case, the dose is calculated depending on the mass of the baby. Usually, 1 mg of weight accounts for 8 mg of Suprax. The therapeutic course lasts at least 5 days. In severe conditions, treatment lasts at least 2 weeks.
- bronchitis, pneumonia are treated for 14 days;
- otitis media, sinusitis - a week;
- urinary tract infections - 7 days;
- sexually transmitted diseases are treated with a single dose of the drug.
Important! You can not be treated with Suprax for less than 5 days, because there is an inferior recovery, pathogens become resistant.
During pregnancy and lactation
During gestation, Suprax is used only when absolutely necessary. So, cephalosporins, in view of their relative safety, are often used in obstetric practice. In this case, careful monitoring of the condition of the woman and the fetus is necessary.
This medicine is not indicated during lactation. If treatment was required by a nursing mother, there is a need to transfer the baby to the milk mixture. Breast milk can be resumed after 24 hours after consuming the last dose of the drug.
Contraindications, side effects and overdose
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to pass tests to detect the presence of bacteria sensitivity to the antibiotic.
The following contraindications for Suprax treatment are indicated in the instructions for use:
- hypersensitivity to cephalosporins;
- serious kidney disease;
- cases of sensitivity to this antibiotic.
With caution, a medication is prescribed for patients suffering from renal failure, the elderly.
In this case, the dosage is reduced to 200 mg per day with a single dose.
During Suprax therapy, the following adverse reactions may develop:
- diarrhea;
- pain in the abdomen;
- Dizziness
- nausea;
- weakness;
- skin rash;
- anaphylactic shock;
- hives;
- swelling;
- vaginosis;
- anemia.
If an adverse reaction manifests itself slightly, then discontinuation of therapy is not required. If the recommended dose / duration of treatment is exceeded, an overdose of Suprax is possible, which is manifested by liver damage and other brighter side effects.
Antibiotic Analogs
With intolerance to Suprax, the question arises of replacing it with analogues.
Most often, the following medicines are replaced:
- Amoxiclav. It has a minimal number of adverse reactions from the body.
- "Sumamed." Widely used in pediatrics.
- Klacid. It is a strong antibacterial agent used to treat serious infectious processes.
- "Pantsef." Effectively treats complicated pneumonia.
- Flemoxin. It is usually prescribed if the disease has been going on for some time. At the initial stage, the medication is not used.
Selection of analogues should be done with a doctor in order to avoid the development of side effects.
Suprax is a modern medication that is prescribed for the treatment of many diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms sensitive to it.
