Cepime 1 gm/vial (IM/IV Injection)
1 gm vial: ৳ 550.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefepime hydrochloride |
| Company | Rephco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of pneumonia caused by specific microorganisms
- Treatment of febrile neutropenia
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- Treatment of skin and skin structure infections
- Treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal action
- Disruption of peptidoglycan layer
- Mode of action similar to penicillins
Dosage & Administration
- Intravenous administration over approximately 30 minutes
- Specific dosage for different types of infections
- Caution in patients with specific conditions
Interaction
- Monitoring renal function with aminoglycosides
- Nephrotoxicity potential with diuretics
Contraindications
- Immediate hypersensitivity reactions to specific antibiotics
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in breast milk
- Caution in nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Appropriate use in bacterial infections
- Risk of drug-resistant bacteria
- Monitoring of patient's condition
- Association with fall in prothrombin activity
- Caution in history of gastrointestinal disease
Use in Special Populations
- Pediatric use and dosage
- Serious adverse events in geriatric patients
- Dose adjustment in impaired renal function
Overdose Effects
- Observation and supportive treatment
- Hemodialysis in renal insufficiency
Therapeutic Class
- Fourth generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Injection into vein over specific period
- Compatibility with IV fluids
- Compatibility with diluent for IM
- Amount of diluent for different vials
Storage Conditions
- Expiry date
- Keep out of reach of children
- Dispensed on prescription