Cephracap 500 mg (Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Cephradine
Company	Euro pharma ltd
Also available as	Cephracap ds 250 mg suspension

Indications

Treatment of infections caused by sensitive Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
Upper respiratory tract infections
Lower respiratory tract infections
Urinary tract infections
Skin and soft tissue infections

Pharmacology

Semisynthetic broad spectrum bactericidal antibiotic
Active against both gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms
Inhibition of cross-linking process in the cell wall of bacteria

Dosage & Administration

Oral administration for adults and children
Injectable administration for adults and children
Dosage adjustment in renal impairment
Maximum daily dosage

Interaction

Risk of kidney damage with nephrotoxic drugs
Enhanced renal toxicity with diuretics and probenecid

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins

Side Effects

Gastro-intestinal disturbances
Hypersensitivity phenomena
Skin reactions
Additional rare side effects

Pregnancy & Lactation

Teratogenicity not demonstrated in animal studies
Excretion in breast milk
Caution in lactating mothers

Precautions & Warnings

Prolonged use may result in superinfection
Cross-sensitivity between beta-lactam antibiotics
Potential false positive urine glucose result

Use in Special Populations

Recommended doses for patients with renal impairment
Higher doses for chronic or severe infections
Monitoring required for urinary tract infections

Overdose Effects

Non-specific symptoms
Supportive treatment
Possible need for gastric lavage

Therapeutic Class

First generation Cephalosporins

Storage Conditions

Fresh preparation of suspension
Usage timeframe for reconstituted suspension and injection solutions
Storage temperature and potency retention
Dispensing restrictions

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