Cefoxguard 500 mg/vial (IM Injection)
500 mg vial: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Guardian healthcare 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 antibiotic
- Potent bactericidal activity
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Stable in the presence of beta lactamases
- Long plasma elimination half-life (6 to 9 hours)
- Not metabolized in the body
- Highly protein bound (95%)
Dosage
- Adult and Pediatric dosages specified
- Intravenous or intramuscular administration
- Different dosages for various infections
- Maximum dosage limits
- Duration of therapy recommended
Administration
- Instructions for preparing intramuscular/intravenous solutions
- Recommended administration time and concentration
- Patient tolerance test recommendation
- Potency maintenance duration for reconstituted solution
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
- Minimization of phlebitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in human pregnancy
- Caution advised during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Anaphylactic shock risk
- Monitoring for sludge shadows in gallbladder
- Blood picture check during prolonged treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for neonates if premature or newborn (up to 28 days of age)
Overdose Effects
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic treatment recommended
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry storage below 30°C
- Protection from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children