Ceftoril 400 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 120.00 (2 x 4: ৳ 960.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 480.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftibuten dihydrate |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Acute Bacterial Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Pharmacology
- Semi-synthetic Cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal action
- Inhibition of cell-wall synthesis
Dosage & Administration
- Adult Dosage: 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 days
- Pediatric Dosage: Varies based on specific condition and age
Interaction
- Theophylline & Antacid do not alter the pharmacokinetic profile
- Ranitidine increases the Cmax & AUC
Contraindications
- Known allergy to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Use in pregnancy only when benefit clearly outweighs risk
- Caution when administered to nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Possible emergence and overgrowth of resistant organisms
- Dose adjustment in patients with varying degrees of renal insufficiency
- Caution in individuals with history of gastrointestinal disease
Use in Special Populations
- Dose adjustments for Renal Impairment
- No dose adjustment for Hepatic Impairment
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Instructions for reconstituting suspension
- Shelf life of reconstituted suspension
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture
- Storage duration of reconstituted suspension