Sentibac 1 gm/vial (IM/IV Injection)
1 gm vial: ৳ 230.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftazidime pentahydrate |
| Company | Globex pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Sentibac Injection
Categories
- Medicine
- Pharmaceutical
Description
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic for parenteral administration
Indications
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Skin and Skin Structure Infections
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Bacterial Septicemia
- Bone and Joint Infections
- Gynecologic Infections
- Intraabdominal Infections
- Central Nervous System Infections
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal action
- Inhibition of cell-wall synthesis
- Susceptible to gram-negative and gram-positive organisms
Dosage
- Usual adult dosage of 1 gram every 8 to 12 hours
- Dosage depends on susceptibility of organisms and patient condition and renal function
Administration
- Intravenous or deep IM injection
- Reconstituted with Sterile Water for Injection
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Ceftazidime or cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Local reactions following IV injection
- Allergic and gastrointestinal reactions
- Pruritus, rash, fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Excreted in human milk in low concentrations
Precautions & Warnings
- Reduce dosage in renal insufficiency
- Prescribed with caution in individuals with history of gastrointestinal disease
Use in Special Populations
- Dosage reduction in impaired renal function
- Usable in peritoneal dialysis and CAPD
- No adjustment for patients with hepatic dysfunction
Overdose Effects
- Seizure activity, encephalopathy, neuromuscular excitability, coma
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Amount of WFI for different doses and routes of administration
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Protected from light and moisture
- Reconstituted solutions stable for up to 24 hours if stored between 2°C-8°C