Cefixime 200 uses?

Cefixime 200 mg tablets are an oral cephalosporin used for certain mild-to-moderate bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms. Common indications include:

- Acute otitis media (middle ear infection)
- Acute bacterial sinusitis
- Pharyngitis/tonsillitis
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (cystitis)
- Acute bronchitis or mild-to-moderate community-acquired pneumonia (less often used as first choice)
- Uncomplicated gonorrhea (cervicitis/urethritis) — typically as a single 400 mg dose (two 200 mg tablets)

Dosing with 200 mg tablets (examples; always follow your doctor’s prescription):
- Adults: usually 200 mg every 12 hours (total 400 mg per day), or 400 mg once daily in some regimens
- Children: about 8 mg/kg per day in 1–2 divided doses (max 400 mg/day)

General administration and safety:
- Take with a full glass of water; can be taken with or without food
- If using antacids or iron supplements, separate dosing by at least 2 hours (these can affect absorption)
- Complete the full course as prescribed, even if you feel better
- Common side effects: diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, rash
- Seek medical advice if you have severe skin rashes, severe diarrhea, or signs of an allergic reaction
- Use with caution in people with kidney disease; dose adjustments may be needed
- If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your clinician

If you have a specific infection or a prescription you’re following, tell me and I can tailor the info to that context.