Libotil 125 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
70 ml bottle: ৳ 198.75
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Libra pharmaceuticls ltd |
Indications
- Treats infections caused by sensitive bacteria
- Treats Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
- Treats Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Treats Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis
- Treats Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia
- Treats Skin and skin-structure infections
- Treats Urinary tract infections
- Treats Bone and Joint Infections
- Treats Gonorrhoea
- Treats Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans)
- Has broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
Pharmacology
Has broad-spectrum bactericidal activity against a wide range of common pathogens, including β-lactamase producing strains
Dosage
- Dosage for adolescents and adults
- Dosage for paediatric patients
- Parenteral dosage for adults, children, neonate
- Specific dosage for Meningitis and bone and joint infections
Administration
Use of freshly reconstituted solution is recommended
Interaction
No potentially hazardous interactions reported
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Infrequent adverse effects
- Effects include rashes and gastrointestinal disturbances
- Prolonged use may result in the overgrowth of non susceptible organisms e.g. Candida
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- Limited data in pregnant women
- Excreted in human milk
- Caution required during nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Care required for patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- Caution for patients with history of colitis
- Caution for patients hypersensitive to penicillin
Therapeutic Class
Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
Specific reconstitution instructions for different types of intramuscular and intravenous injections
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from light & moisture