Fexinex: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fexinex Information

Fexinex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Fexinex have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Fexinex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fexinex as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Fexinex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Fexinex has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fexinex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fexinex related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Fexinex have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Fexinex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Fexinex is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Fexinex Benefits & Uses
Fexinex Dosage & How to Take
Fexinex Side Effects
Fexinex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fexinex with Other Drugs
Fexinex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fexinex
Fexinex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fexinex Benefits & Uses

Fexinex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Fexinex Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fexinex Related Warnings

Is the use of Fexinex safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Fexinex in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Fexinex safe during breastfeeding?

Fexinex is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fexinex on the Kidneys?

Fexinex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fexinex on the Liver?

Fexinex does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fexinex on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Fexinex for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fexinex with Other Drugs

Fexinex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Fexinex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fexinex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fexinex

Is this Fexinex habit forming or addictive?

Fexinex is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fexinex. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fexinex only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Fexinex for mental disorders.

No

Fexinex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fexinex

Taking Fexinex with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexinex

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fexinex and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fexinex

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Fexinex over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Fexinex over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Fexinex cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Fexinex?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Fexinex is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Fexinex with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Fexinex and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fexinex treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Fexinex is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.