Nilicon 500 mg/vial (IV Injection)
500 mg vial: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Ethical drugs limited |
| 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 synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- High stability in presence of beta lactamases
- Long plasma elimination half-life
- Not metabolized in the body
- Excretion in urine and bile
- Highly protein bound
Dosage
- Administered intravenously or intramuscularly
- Different doses for adults, infants, and children
- Maximum daily doses for different infections
- Duration of therapy guidelines
Administration
- Preparation of solutions for intramuscular or intravenous injections
- Specific dilution instructions for different doses
- Injection administration details
- Recommendation for tolerance test before treatment
Interaction
- No reported drug interactions
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Commonly well tolerated
- Various gastrointestinal, cutaneous, hematologic, hepatic, and CNS side effects reported
- Rare occurrence of local phlebitis following intravenous administration
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in human pregnancy
- Caution advised during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of anaphylactic shock
- Possibility of gallbladder sludge with prolonged use
- Monitoring blood picture during prolonged treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Avoid use in neonates if premature or newborn (up to 28 days of age)
Overdose Effects
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic treatment recommended
Storage Conditions
- Store vial below 30°C in a cool, dry place
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children