Temtrix 2 gm/vial (IV Injection)
2 gm vial: ৳ 300.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Team pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Gonorrhea
- Bacterial Septicemia
- Bone and joint infections
- Meningitis
- Prevention of postoperative infections
- Perioperative prophylaxis of infections associated with surgery
Pharmacology
- Broad-spectrum parenteral cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- High degree of stability in the presence of beta lactamases
- Relatively long plasma elimination half-life
- Not metabolized in the body
- Excreted unchanged in urine and bile
- Highly protein bound (95%)
Dosage
- Usual dose of 1 to 2 gm for adults
- Multiple dosage regimens for different infections
- Maximum daily dose of 4 gm
- Doses for infants and children based on weight
- Duration of therapy
- Specific dosage for uncomplicated gonococcal infections
- Specific dosage for surgical prophylaxis
Administration
- Preparation of solutions for intramuscular/intravenous injections
- Specific instructions for intramuscular and intravenous injection
- Recommended injection duration and concentration
- Freshly reconstituted solution recommended
- Patient tolerance test before treatment
Interaction
- No reported drug interactions
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastro-intestinal effects
- Cutaneous reactions
- Hematologic reactions
- Hepatic reactions
- CNS reactions
- Local phlebitis after intravenous administration
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in human pregnancy
- Caution in lactating mothers due to low concentrations in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Anaphylactic shock
- Shadows suggesting sludge in the gallbladder
- Blood picture check during prolonged treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Not to be given to premature and newborn neonates
Overdose Effects
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic treatment
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C
- Away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children