Suprax
(cefixime)
Treats bacterial infections.
Our bottom line
Suprax (cefixime) is a mild-to-moderate strength antibiotic good for treating common non-serious bacterial infections, but you have to take the full dose for it to be effective.
- Drug class: infection
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (cefixime)
Upsides
- Suprax (cefixime) is available as a cheaper, generic form.
- It is available in several formulations which makes it easy to take.
- Suprax (cefixime) is usually given just once or twice a day.
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Download Fact SheetDownsides
- Suprax (cefixime) doesn't treat the common cold.
- It needs to be dose adjusted if you have kidney problems.
- With poor kidney function, the drug can accumulate in your body and increase your risk of side effects.
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Download Fact SheetSuprax (cefixime) is an antibacterial. It kills bacteria by preventing them from making their own protective covering.
- Drug class: infection
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (cefixime)
Used for
- Urinary tract infection
- Ear infection
- Throat infection
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Chewable tablet
- Oral suspension
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Suprax (cefixime) for Bacterial infection
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- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
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- Possible side effects
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Bloating
Side effect rates for Suprax (cefixime)
- Diarrhea16%16%
- Nausea7%7%
- Loose or frequent stools6%6%
- Bloating4%4%
- Stomach pain3%3%
- Indigestion3%3%
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Risks and Warnings for Suprax (cefixime)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.As with all antibiotics, Suprax (cefixime) can cause diarrhea. In some rare cases, some people get a very bad form of diarrhea caused by bacteria called C. difficile. The symptoms include watery or bloody stool, stomach pain and cramps, and fever. It can start weeks or even months after taking Suprax (cefixime). If you have any of these symptoms, don't try to treat them on your own, call your doctor immediately.
Common concerns from people taking Suprax (cefixime)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- The dose of Suprax (cefixime) will need to be lowered if you have poor kidney function. If you have a history of kidney problems, talk to your doctor to see if a different medicine might be better for you.
- It needs to be dose adjusted if you have kidney problems.
- With poor kidney function, the drug can accumulate in your body and increase your risk of side effects.