Extracef 500 mg (Capsule)

Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (7 x 4: ৳ 420.00)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Cephradine
Company	Aristopharma ltd
Also available as	Extracef 250 mg capsule Extracef 125 mg suspension Extracef ds 250 mg suspension Extracef 125 mg pediatric drop

Title

Extracef 500mg Capsule

Categories

Medicine
Antibiotics
Pharmaceuticals

Description

Extracef is a broad-spectrum bactericidal antibiotic indicated for the treatment of various infections caused by sensitive Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is active against infections in the respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues.

Color Options

White

Dosage Form

Capsule
Oral Suspension
Injection Solution

Dosage Strength

500mg

Administration

Oral
Injectable

Age Group

Adults
Children
Elderly

Indications

Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
Urinary Tract Infections
Skin and Soft Tissue Infections

Microorganisms Susceptible

Staphylococci
Streptococci
Escherichia coli
Klebsiella spp
Proteus mirabilis

Mode of Action

Inhibits cross-linking process in the cell wall of bacteria
Bactericidal action against both gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms

Interactions

Nephrotoxic drugs
Diuretics
Probenecid

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins

Side Effects

Gastrointestinal disturbances
Hypersensitivity reactions
Skin reactions
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea

Pregnancy & Lactation

Safety in pregnancy not established
Excreted in breast milk

Precautions

Risk of cross-sensitivity to penicillins
Dosage adjustment in renal impairment
Contains lactose

Renal Impairment Doses

Based on Creatinine Clearance (CrCl) levels

Overdose Effects

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Gastric upsets

Therapeutic Class

First generation Cephalosporins

Storage Conditions

Freshly prepare suspension
Reconstituted suspension shelf life
Injection solution shelf life
Store at room temperature or refrigerator
Keep out of the reach of children

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