Cepdoxim 100 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 20.00 (4 x 4: ৳ 320.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefpodoxime proxetil |
| Company | Alco pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
Cepdoxim Medicine
Categories
- Antibiotic
- Cephalosporin
- Prescription Medicine
Description
Cepdoxim is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible microorganisms such as acute otitis media, pharyngitis, maxillary sinusitis, community-acquired pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, skin infections, urinary tract infections, gonorrhea, and more.
Dimensions
- N/A
Color Options
- N/A
Functions
- Treatment of bacterial infections
Materials
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil
Technical Specifications
- Oral 3rd generation cephalosporin
- Good stability to beta lactamases
- Activity against Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria
- Prodrug with active metabolite Cefpodoxime
- Approximately 29 to 33% excreted unchanged in the urine in 12 hours
Design Elements
- Suspension
Usability Features
- Prescription Required
- Short Dosage Periods
Indications
- Acute otitis media
- Pharyngitis/tonsillitis
- Maxillary sinusitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Chronic bronchitis
- Skin infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Gonorrhea
Pharmacology
- Effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
- Highly stable in the presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Specific dosages for various infections in adults, adolescents, infants, and pediatric patients
- Dosing adjustment for renal dysfunction and liver cirrhosis
Interaction
- Effects of antacids and H 2 blockers on plasma levels
- Inhibition of renal excretion by probenecid
- Monitoring advised with nephrotoxic drugs
Contraindications
- Known allergy to Cefpodoxime or cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Fungal infections
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Cough
- Incidence of fungal skin rash in children
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not teratogenic or embryocidal in animal trials
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Excretion in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Reduced dose for reduced urinary output
- Caution with potent diuretics
- Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Instructions for preparing suspension
- Duration of suspension validity
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from heat and light
- Keep out of the reach of children