Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

Composition of Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

Zifi 50 Dry Syrup contains Cefixime 50 mg/5 ml (as cefixime trihydrate) dry syrup (after reconstitution). It belongs to the Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

• Bacterial infections such as acute otitis media (ear infection)
• pharyngitis/tonsillitis
• acute bronchitis and exacerbations of chronic bronchitis
• community-acquired pneumonia
• uncomplicated urinary tract infections
• and enteric fever (typhoid) where susceptible organisms are likely

Key benefits

• Treats susceptible bacterial respiratory infections
• Treats ear and throat infections
• Helps manage uncomplicated UTI
• Used in enteric fever when appropriate
• Convenient oral pediatric formulation

How Zifi 50 Dry Syrup works

Cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to cell lysis and death. It is effective only against susceptible bacteria, not viruses.

How to take Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

Most side effects of Zifi are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Diarrhoea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• flatulence
• headache
• dizziness
• rash
• itching
• increased liver enzymes

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

Warnings and precautions

Use only for bacterial infections; do not stop early. Avoid if allergic to cefixime/cephalosporins; use caution with history of severe penicillin allergy. Use with caution in kidney disease (dose adjustment may be needed) and in patients with history of colitis/antibiotic-associated diarrhoea; seek care for severe/persistent diarrhoea. Prolonged use may cause superinfection (e.g., oral/vaginal thrush).

Interactions with other medicines

Warfarin/other anticoagulants (may increase bleeding risk/INR), Probenecid (may increase cefixime levels), Live bacterial vaccines such as oral typhoid vaccine (reduced vaccine effect), Other nephrotoxic drugs (caution in renal impairment)

How to store Zifi 50 Dry Syrup

Store dry powder below 25°C, protected from moisture and light. After reconstitution, store as per label (commonly at room temperature or refrigerated) and use within the recommended period (often 7–14 days); do not freeze; keep bottle tightly closed.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

FDC LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic