Question
An 8-month-old baby has a bacterial infection and fever, accompanied by secretory otitis media. The body temperature has not dropped below 38.5 degrees. Which is better to use, cefixime or cefaclor tablets? What are the differences between them? Which has fewer side effects and is safer?
Answer
Cefaclor is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, primarily effective against Gram-positive bacteria; cefixime is a third-generation cephalosporin, with better treatment effects on both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, and fewer side effects. It is recommended to use cefixime because its antibacterial spectrum differs from the previous generation. This is the suggested approach to the question; I hope it helps. Wishing for a speedy recovery!