Cerox-A 1.5 gm/vial (IV Injection)
1.5 gm vial: ৳ 275.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Aci limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis
- Urinary tract infections caused by E.coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Early Lyme Disease caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
Pharmacology
- Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
- Good stability to bacterial β-lactamase
- Active against ampicillin-resistant and amoxycillin-resistant strains
Dosage
- Different dosage for adolescents/adults and pediatric patients
- Tablet or Suspension administration
- Dosage as per specific infection type
Administration
- Use of freshly reconstituted solution recommended
- Maintains potency for at least 24 hours at room temperature
Interaction
- No potentially hazardous interactions reported
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Adverse effects occurred infrequently and generally mild and transient
- Effects reported include rashes and gastrointestinal disturbances
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Cefuroxime excreted in human milk, caution advised for nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- Caution for patients with a history of colitis
- Cephalosporin antibiotics may be given safely to patients hypersensitive to penicillin
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Specific reconstitution instructions for different intramuscular and intravenous injections
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30ºC, away from light & moisture