Ceftrimax 1 gm/vial (IM Injection)
1 gm vial: ৳ 190.57
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Veritas pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title and Categories
- Ceftrimax (Ceftriaxone)
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
- Potent bactericidal activity
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- High stability in the presence of beta lactamases
- Long plasma elimination half-life
- Not metabolized in the body
- Highly protein bound
Dosage
- 1 to 2 gm dose for adults by intravenous or intramuscular administration once a day
- 250 mg IM dose for uncomplicated gonococcal infections
- 1 g IV dose for surgical prophylaxis
- 50 to 75 mg/kg dose for infants and children (01 month or older)
- Duration of therapy: 4 to 14 days; longer therapy for complicated infections
Administration
- Preparation of Solutions for Intramuscular / Intravenous Injections
- Dissolving in Lidocaine HCI 1% or Water for injection
- Administered over 2-4 minutes
- 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 following IV administration
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in human pregnancy
- Caution in lactating mothers due to excretion in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Possibility of anaphylactic shock
- Shadows suggesting sludge in gallbladder
- Regular blood picture checks during prolonged treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Avoid use in premature and newborn neonates (up to 28 days of age)
Overdose Effects
- No specific antidote; Treatment should be symptomatic
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C
- Keep away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children