Kfore 125 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
70 ml bottle: ৳ 198.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Kemiko pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by various bacteria
- Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis caused by specific bacteria
- Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumonia caused by various bacteria
- Secondary bacterial infections of Acute bronchitis caused by specific bacteria
- Skin and skin-structure infections caused by specific bacteria
- Urinary tract infections caused by specific bacteria
- Bone and Joint Infections caused by specific bacteria
- Gonorrhoea caused by specific strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae
- Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans) caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
Pharmacology
- Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
- Good stability to bacterial beta-lactamase
- Active against many ampicillin-resistant and amoxicillin-resistant strains
Dosage
- Various dosage regimens for different infections
- Dosage for adolescents, adults, and pediatric patients
- Tablet, suspension, and parenteral dosages
Administration
- Use of freshly reconstituted solution recommended
- Potency maintenance at room temperature and 5°C
Interaction
- No potentially hazardous interactions reported
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Infrequent and mild adverse effects
- Reported effects include rashes and gastrointestinal disturbances
- Prolonged use may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- Usage during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Excreted in human milk, caution during nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Care required for patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- History of colitis
- Potential cross reactions with penicillin hypersensitivity
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Specific instructions for intramuscular and intravenous injections
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C
- Keep away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children