Elocef 250 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (8 x 6: ৳ 336.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 42.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cephradine |
| Company | Ethical drugs limited |
| Also available as |
Title
- Elocef
Categories
- Antibiotics
- Prescription Medication
- Oral Medication
- Injectable Medication
- Medical Supplies
- Pharmaceutical Products
Description
- A broad spectrum bactericidal antibiotic
- Treatment of infections caused by sensitive Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
- Effective against upper respiratory tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections
- Active against both penicillinase producing and nonproducing staphylococci
- Semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Cell wall inhibitor of bacteria
- Safe for use in adults, children, and the elderly
- Contraindicated in patients with known or suspected hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Excreted in breast milk, caution required for lactating mothers
- Risk of developing superinfection with prolonged use
- May cause positive result in Coombs' testing
- Contains lactose
- Recommendations for patients with renal impairment
- Therapeutic class: First generation cephalosporins
Dimensions
- Oral administration: Various dosage strengths and frequencies
- Injectable administration: Recommended doses for adults and children
Color Options
- Varies based on formulation and reconstitution
Functions
- Bactericidal activity
- Inhibition of cross-linking process in cell wall
Materials
- Active ingredient: Cephradine
- Contains lactose
Technical Specifications
- Dosage adjustments required in renal impairment
- Therapeutic class: First generation cephalosporins
Design Elements
- Suspension should be freshly prepared
- Reconstituted suspension should be used within 7-14 days based on storage conditions
- Reconstituted solutions may vary in color
- Do not use beyond expiry date
- To be dispensed only on prescription
Usability Features
- Safe for use in adults, children, and the elderly
- Caution required for lactating mothers
- Recommendations for patients with renal impairment
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children