Bioxim DS 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 280.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Sharif pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title and Categories
- Bioxim DS 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Medicine
- Antibiotic
Indications
- Treats acute infections caused by susceptible microorganisms
- Effective against a wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
- Marked activity in Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI) and Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Clinical efficacy demonstrated in infections caused by specific pathogens
Pharmacology
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- High stability in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
- About 40% to 50% absorption, irrespective of food intake
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days, can be extended up to 14 days if required
- Adult dosage ranges from 200-400 mg daily based on infection severity
- Dosage adjustments for children based on age and weight
- Special dosage instructions for typhoid treatment and renal impairment
Interaction
- Potential for increases in prothrombin times when used with anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Mild and self-limiting adverse reactions observed in clinical trials
- Frequent gastrointestinal disturbances including diarrhea and stool changes
- Other less frequent side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, hypersensitivity reactions, hematological and clinical chemistry abnormalities
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited data on use in pregnant women
- Caution advised for use during pregnancy and lactation due to potential risks
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with known hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Potential cross-allergenicity between penicillins and cephalosporins
- Considerations for use in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Altered normal flora of the colon may lead to antibiotic-associated diarrhea
- Not recommended for use in pregnancy or nursing mothers unless essential
Overdose Effects
- Gastric lavage may be indicated in case of overdose
- No specific antidote available
- Adverse reactions in healthy volunteers at high doses were consistent with recommended doses
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C temperature, protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
- Chemical Structure Image provided
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