Cedax
Active Ingredients: Ceftibuten
Representative Names: Cedax
What are ceftibuten capsules?
CEFTIBUTEN (Cedax) is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It treats infections of the respiratory tract and ears. Generic ceftibuten capsules are not yet available.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•kidney disease
•stomach or intestinal problems (especially colitis)
•other chronic illness
•an unusual or allergic reaction to ceftibuten, other cephalosporin antibiotics, penicillin, penicillamine, other foods, dyes or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Take ceftibuten capsules by mouth on an empty stomach. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with ceftibuten?
•didanosine
•Stomach or ulcer drugs such as cimetidine (Tagamet), famotidine (Pepcid), lansoprazole (Prevacid), nizatidine (Axid), omeprazole (Prilosec), or ranitidine (Zantac)
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What side effects may I notice from taking ceftibuten?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
•difficult or painful urination
•difficulty breathing, wheezing
•redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
•severe or watery diarrhea
•skin rash, hives, or itching
•swelling of the lips, tongue or face
•unusual weakness or tiredness
•vaginal itching
•vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•constipation, diarrhea, or other stool changes
•dizziness or drowsiness
•dry mouth
•gas or heartburn
•headache
•loss of appetite or changes in taste
•nausea
•stomach pain
What should I watch for while taking ceftibuten?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not begin to improve in a few days.
If you get severe or watery diarrhea, do not treat yourself. Call your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water will help. Brush and floss teeth regularly and carefully to avoid problems with the mouth and gums.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 2 degrees and 25 degrees C (36 degrees and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.