Axim 750 mg/vial (IM/IV Injection)
750 mg vial: ৳ 125.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
- Treatment of Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by various bacteria
- Treatment of Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis
- Treatment of Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumoniae
- Treatment of Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Treatment of Skin and skin-structure infections
- Treatment of Urinary tract infections
- Treatment of Bone and Joint Infections
- Treatment of Gonorrhoea
- Treatment of Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans)
Pharmacology
Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity against a wide range of common pathogens
Dosage
- Different dosage for adolescents and adults
- Different dosage for pediatric patients
- Dosage for tablet or suspension
- Dosage for parenteral administration
- Dosage for various infections including pneumonia, typhoid fever, and lyme disease
Administration
Recommendation for the use of freshly reconstituted solution
Interaction
No potentially hazardous interactions reported
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Infrequent and generally mild and transient adverse effects
- Reported effects include rashes and gastrointestinal disturbances
- Prolonged use may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms e.g. Candida
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category of Cefuroxime is B
- Caution advised during pregnancy and nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised for patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- Caution advised for patients with a history of colitis
- Possible cross reactions with penicillin hypersensitivity
Therapeutic Class
Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
Instructions for reconstituting for different types of injections
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C), away from light and moisture