Suprax

Suprax is a brand name for a prescription medication containing the active ingredient cefixime. Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic, which means it belongs to a class of drugs that are effective against a wide range of bacteria. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, a process essential for bacterial survival.

Suprax is typically prescribed to treat various bacterial infections. These commonly include infections of the respiratory tract such as bronchitis and pneumonia, infections of the ear, nose, and throat like sinusitis and pharyngitis, as well as urinary tract infections. It may also be used for certain types of gonorrhea.

The dosage and duration of treatment with Suprax are determined by the specific infection being treated, its severity, and the patient's individual response. It is usually taken orally, with or without food. Like all medications, Suprax can cause side effects. Common side effects may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. More serious side effects, though less frequent, can occur and include allergic reactions. It is important to complete the full course of antibiotics as prescribed by a healthcare professional, even if symptoms improve, to ensure the infection is fully eradicated and to help prevent the development of antibiotic resistance. Suprax is not effective against viral infections.