T-Cef 25 mg/ml (Pediatric Drops)
21 ml bottle: ৳ 100.30
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI)
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- Marked in-vitro bactericidal activity
Pharmacology
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of bacteria
- Interferes in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- Highly stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days
- Recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily
- Dosage for children is 8 mg/kg/day
- Dosage in renal impairment
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times
- Care should be taken in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Diarrhea and stool changes
- Nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting
- Hypersensitivity reactions like rash and urticaria
- Thrombocytopenia and leukopenia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use in pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution in nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with caution to penicillin-sensitive patients
- Caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
- Chemical Structure image
Common Questions about T-Cef 25 mg/ml Pediatric Drop
- Antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections
- Used for urinary tract infection, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis
- Reported side effects like diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Not effective for treating cold and flu
- No special dietary instructions