Eusef 1 gm/vial (IM/IV Injection)

1 gm vial: ৳ 80.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Cephradine
Company Globe pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Eusef 500 mg capsule Eusef 125 mg suspension Eusef ds 250 mg suspension Eusef 125 mg pediatric drop Eusef 500 mg injection

Indications

  • Treatment of infections caused by sensitive Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
  • Upper respiratory tract infections - sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, laryngo-tracheo bronchitis, otitis media
  • Lower respiratory tract infections - bronchitis (acute and chronic), lobar pneumonia, bronchopneumonia
  • Urinary tract infections - cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis
  • Skin and soft tissue infections - abscess, cellulitis, furunculosis, impetigo

Pharmacology

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

Dosage & Administration

  • Oral administration for adults and children
  • Dosage varies based on type and severity of infection
  • Injectable administration for adults and children

Interaction

  • Increased 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
  • Blood disorders
  • Immune system disorders
  • Psychiatric disorders
  • Nervous system disorders
  • Hepatobiliary disorders
  • Renal and urinary disorders
  • Elevation of blood urea nitrogen

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Safety in pregnancy not established
  • Excretion in breast milk
  • Caution in lactating mothers

Precautions & Warnings

  • Development of superinfection with prolonged use
  • Risk of cross-sensitivity between beta-lactam antibiotics
  • False positive urine glucose result
  • Dosage adjustment in renal impairment

Use in Special Populations

  • Recommended doses for renal impairment
  • Additional doses for chronic or severe infections
  • Monitoring required for chronic urinary tract infections

Overdose Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Gastric upsets
  • Supportive treatment

Therapeutic Class

First generation Cephalosporins

Storage Conditions

Freshly prepared suspension, expiry date, out of reach of children

Related Brands