Suprax generic name?

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What is the generic name of Suprax?

The generic name of Suprax is cefixime [1].

What is cefixime used for?

Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and tonsillitis [2]. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

When was cefixime first approved?

Cefixime was first approved by the US FDA in 1997 [3].

Is cefixime a branded or generic medication?

While cefixime is the generic name of Suprax, the brand name Suprax is a proprietary name owned by Shionogi Inc. [4]. Generic versions of cefixime are available from various manufacturers.

How does cefixime compare to other antibiotics?

Cefixime is similar to other third-generation cephalosporin antibiotics, such as ceftriaxone (not used on patients with creatinine clearance), in its mechanism of action and spectrum of activity [5]. However, differences in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics may affect its efficacy and safety profile compared to other antibiotics.

What are some side effects of cefixime?

Common side effects of cefixime include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain [6]. More serious side effects can occur, such as allergic reactions, liver dysfunction, and Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea.

When does the exclusivity of Suprax expire?

According to DrugPatentWatch.com [7], the patent for Suprax expired in 2003, and the market is now subject to generic competition.

References:

[1] - www.drugs.com (suprax entry)
[2] - www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (cefixime pubmed entry)
[3] - www.fda.gov (suprax approval history)
[4] - www.shionogi.co.jp (shionogi inc.)
[5] - www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (cefixime pharmacology pubmed entry)
[6] - www.drugs.com (suprax side effects entry)
[7] - www.drugpatentwatch.com (suprax patent entry)
[8] - www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (cefixime clinical trials entry)