Where is the active ingredient of the drug? Cefixime. What are the uses of Winyx? The medication Cefixime is used to treat many types of infections, such as: uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, and others. Otitis media caused by Haemophilus influenzae and Moraxella catarrhalis. Pharyngitis and tonsillitis caused by streptococci. Acute bronchitis and exacerbation of chronic bronchitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae. Uncomplicated gonorrhea in the cervix and urethra caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. What are the contraindications of Winyx? The use of Cefixime is prohibited without consulting a specialist doctor if the patient suffers from an allergic reaction to Cefixime or other cephalosporins. What are the side effects of Winyx? Common side effects of Cefixime include: upset or pain in the stomach, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, loss of appetite, gases, headache, dizziness, anxiety, drowsiness, increased urination at night, runny nose, sore throat, cough, itching or vaginal discharge. Uncommon side effects: persistent nausea or vomiting, yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, severe fatigue, new signs of infection (for example, persistent sore throat and fever), change in urine amount, mental or mood changes (such as confusion). What are the precautions for using Winyx? Cefixime should be used cautiously in the following cases: Cefixime and pregnancy: It is not recommended for pregnant women to take antibiotics, and although Cefixime is relatively safe, it should be used cautiously under medical supervision. Cefixime and breastfeeding: Cefixime may pass into breast milk; it is always recommended to seek a prescription before use. Cefixime for children: Cefixime is available in appropriate doses for children, in the form of a ready-to-mix powder, and the doctor determines the dose based on the child's weight, often prescribing 8 mg per kilogram of the child's weight daily. Other cases: Kidney and liver failure cases, where dose adjustment is required. If the patient has a penicillin allergy, the doctor should be informed before starting treatment. Stopping the medication before the period specified by the doctor increases the risk of infection recurrence. What are the drug interactions of Winyx? If you are taking any of the following medications, inform the doctor or pharmacist, as dose adjustments or certain tests may be needed. Drug interactions with Cefixime: BCG tuberculosis vaccine: Cefixime reduces the effectiveness of the BCG vaccine. Cholera vaccine. Typhoid vaccine. Warfarin. Some moderate and mild drug interactions with Cefixime: Probenecid, Pazidoxifen, Estradiol, Oral Levonorgestrel, Sodium Bicarbonate. What are the doses and methods of using Winyx? Cefixime dose for adults: 400 mg once daily for treating various infections such as gonorrhea. Cefixime dose for children: 8 mg/kg/day of the suspension, which can be taken as a single dose or divided into two doses (4 mg/kg every 12 hours). The duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of the infection, the patient's age, and health condition. Patients with kidney failure need dose adjustment of Cefixime. What are the pharmaceutical forms of Winyx? Powder for oral suspension: 100 mg / 5 ml. Capsules: 400 mg, 200 mg.
