Suprax
Cefixime tablets for bacterial infections and otitis media. They kill bacteria by weakening their cell walls.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Cefixime
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 100mg · 200mg
Suprax is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Suprax on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Bacterial Infections · Otitis Media · Pharyngitis · Gonorrhoea
- Alternative names
- cefixime
- Therapeutic class
- Third-Generation Cephalosporin
- Pharmacological class
- Beta-Lactam Antibiotic
- Known off-label uses
- typhoid fever
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- abdominal pain; vaginal thrush; headache
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Lupin
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Warfarin; Carbamazepine; Probenecid
- Age restrictions
- Approved for infants over six months, children, and adults.
Contraindications
severe hypersensitivity to cephalosporins; history of severe penicillin anaphylaxis
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; pseudomembranous colitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Cefixime tablets for bacterial infections and otitis media. They kill bacteria by weakening their cell walls.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits cell wall peptidoglycan synthesis in growing bacteria, leading to cellular lysis and structural pathogen death.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Is the Suprax on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Suprax is the original brand, made by Lupin, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (cefixime) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Suprax cost in South Africa?
It depends on the strength and pack. Suprax comes in 100mg and 200mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above in rand, converted from US dollars. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What is Suprax used for?
Suprax contains cefixime, used for bacterial infections, otitis media, pharyngitis and gonorrhoea.
When does Suprax start working?
Cefixime usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 12 to 24 hours. This varies from person to person.
What side effects can Suprax cause?
The common side effects of cefixime are diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting. Less common ones include abdominal pain, vaginal thrush and headache. Serious but less common side effects include anaphylaxis and pseudomembranous colitis, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Suprax interact with?
Cefixime can interact with warfarin, carbamazepine and probenecid. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Suprax.
Do I need a prescription to buy Suprax in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Suprax. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Suprax to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Suprax names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Cefixime at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.