Brand Name: Cosgen-3
Generic: Cefixime
Therapeutic Class: Antibiotics
Dosage Form: Capsule / Powder for Suspension
Pack Size: 2×6 Capsules / 1×6 Capsules / 50ml in HDPE Bottle
Indication:
Infections caused by susceptible organisms including lower respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, upper respiratory tract infections including sinusitis, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, otitis media, urinary tract infections, enteric fever, and uncomplicated gonorrhea.
Dosage & Administration:
Adults: 200–400 mg daily either as a single dose or in two divided doses depending on the severity and type of infection.
Children: (6 months to 12 years): 8 mg/kg daily either as a single dose or in two divided doses. Children above 12 years of age or weighing more than 50 kg should receive the adult dose.
Special populations or regimens: In uncomplicated gonorrhea, 400 mg as a single dose.
Dose and duration should be determined by the registered physician.
The suspension should be reconstituted with the prescribed amount of water before use and shaken well before each administration.
Preparation / Packaging:
Cosgen-3 200 mg Capsule: Box containing 12 capsules in Alu-Alu blister pack.
Cosgen-3 400 mg Capsule: Box containing 6 capsules in Alu-Alu blister pack.
Cosgen-3 50 ml Powder for suspension: Box containing sealed cap bottle with dry powder for reconstituting 50 ml suspension with a measuring cup.