Brand Name
Zifi 50 Dry Syrup
Generic Name / Composition
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Cefixime 50 mg/5 ml (after reconstitution)
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Class: 3rd Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic
Main Category
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Antibiotic – Cephalosporin (3rd Generation)
Description
Zifi 50 Dry Syrup is a pediatric antibiotic containing Cefixime, effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial cell death.
It is especially used in children where oral tablets are not suitable.
Uses / Indications
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Respiratory Tract Infections
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Pharyngitis, tonsillitis
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Acute bronchitis, pneumonia
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Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Infections
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Otitis media
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Sinusitis
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
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Typhoid fever (Salmonella infections)
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Skin & Soft Tissue Infections
Dosage (General Guidance)
(Must be prescribed by pediatrician)
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Children (>6 months): 8 mg/kg/day in 1–2 divided doses
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Dose depends on age, body weight, and severity of infection
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Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
Administration:
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Shake bottle well before each use
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Reconstitute dry syrup by adding boiled & cooled water up to the mark on the bottle
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Use the provided measuring cup/syringe
Route: Oral
Side Effects
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Diarrhea, loose stools
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Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
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Rash, itching (allergic reaction)
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Headache
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Rare: Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), blood count changes
Precautions / Warnings
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Not effective against viral infections (cold, flu)
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Use cautiously in children with kidney problems
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Inform doctor if child has allergy to penicillin/cephalosporins
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May cause diarrhea due to gut flora imbalance → give probiotic if advised
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Complete prescribed course to avoid antibiotic resistance
Drug Interactions
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Antacids (aluminum/magnesium hydroxide) → reduce absorption
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Warfarin → ↑ risk of bleeding
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Probenecid → ↑ cefixime concentration
Packaging
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Bottle of 50 ml Dry Syrup (to be reconstituted before use)
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Supplied with measuring cup/syringe
Manufacturer
FDC Limited
Mumbai, India
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