Can cefixime cause or alleviate muscle cramps and what mechanisms are involved in these side effects, particularly in patients who are prone to muscle discomfort or cramps during antibiotic therapy?
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Cefixime may cause muscle cramps as a rare side effect due to disruption of electrolyte balance. This is particularly significant in patients already susceptible to muscle issues.