Belocef DS 250 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cephradine |
| Company | Amico laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Activity against gram-positive bacteria
- Activity against gram-negative bacteria
Pharmacology
- Broad spectrum bactericidal antibiotic
- Active against gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms
- Inhibits cross-linking process in bacterial cell wall
- Causes lysis of bacteria due to external osmotic pressure
Dosage & Administration
- For oral administration in adults and children
- For injectable administration in adults and children
- Dosage adjustment in renal impairment
- Maximum daily dosage for children: 4 gm
Interaction
- Increased risk of kidney damage when used with nephrotoxic drugs
- Enhanced possibility of renal toxicity with diuretics and probenecid
Contraindications
- Should not be used in patients with known or suspected hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Skin reactions
- Glossitis
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Joint pains
- Oedema
- Blood disorders
- Fever
- Skin rashes
- Liver enzyme disturbances
- Reversible interstitial nephritis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution advised in lactating mothers
- Potential teratogenicity
- Patients cautioned about operating hazardous machinery
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged use may result in the development of superinfection
- Administered with care to patients hypersensitive to penicillins
- Positive result in Coombs’ testing
- May cause false positive urine glucose result
Use in Special Populations
- Recommended doses for patients with renal impairment
- Higher doses may be required for chronic or severe infections
Overdose Effects
- Non-specific symptoms
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Gastric upsets
- Supportive treatment
- Gastric lavage may be necessary
Therapeutic Class
- First generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Freshly prepare suspension
- Use reconstituted suspension within specified days
- Use injection solutions within specified timeframes
- Do not use later than the date of expiry
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children
- Dispensed only on prescription of a registered physician