Vexotil 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 45.13 (2 x 7: ৳ 631.82)
Strip Price: ৳ 315.91
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Novatek pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by various bacteria
- Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumoniae caused by several bacteria
- Skin and skin-structure infections caused by specific bacteria
- Urinary tract infections caused by specific bacteria
- Bone and Joint Infections caused by specific bacteria
- Gonorrhoea caused by specific bacteria
- Early Lyme Disease caused by specific bacteria
Pharmacology
- Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
- Good stability to bacterial β-lactamase
- Active against many ampicillin-resistant and amoxycillin-resistant strains
Dosage
- Dosage for adolescents and adults
- Dosage for Paediatric Patients
- Dosage for Parenteral use
- Dosage for Meningitis
- Dosage for bone and joint infections
Administration
- Use of freshly reconstituted solution recommended
- Potency maintenance for at least 24 hours at room temperature or 48 hours at 5° C
Interaction
- No potentially hazardous interactions reported
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Infrequent and generally mild and transient adverse effects
- Effects reported 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
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics & who has history of colitis
- Cephalosporin antibiotics may be given safely to patients who are hypersensitive to penicillin although cross reactions have been reported
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Specific reconstitution guidelines for different doses and types of injections
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place (below 30° C)
- Keep away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children