Cefixime
Uses
Omcef is used in the treatment of a vide variety of bacterial infections
How it Works
Omcef is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Omcef works by attacking their cell wall in the bacteria causing the infection. Omcef prevents the synthesis of the substance in the cell wall called peptidoglycan, which provides the cell wall with the strength required for survival of bacteria in human body. Therefore Omcef works weakening and then destorying the bacterial cells making it easier for the immune system to control or destroy the infection.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Omcef may suffer from such side effects;
Nausea,
Diarrhoea,
Allergic reaction,
Headaches,
Mild skin rash or irritation,
Vaginal irritation or discharge