Bactazim 200 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 35.00 (4 x 4: ৳ 560.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 140.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Silco pharmaceutical ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
- Treatment of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections
- Marked in-vitro bactericidal activity against wide variety of organisms
Pharmacology
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram positive and gram negative bacteria
- Interferes with the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7-14 days
- Adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended dosage for children based on age and weight
Interaction
- Potential increase in prothrombin times in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Common gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea
- Central nervous system reactions like headache and dizziness
- Hypersensitivity reactions including rash, pruritis, and urticaria
- Hematological and clinical chemistry effects such as thrombocytopenia and eosinophilia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited studies in pregnant women
- Caution advised during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Possible cross-allergenicity with penicillins
- Caution advised in patients with markedly impaired renal function
Overdose Effects
- Gastric lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- Adverse reactions at higher doses similar to those at recommended doses
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
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