Rofurox 125 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
70 ml bottle: ৳ 325.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Radiant 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
- Skin and skin-structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes
- Urinary tract infections caused by E. coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Bone and Joint Infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus
- Gonorrhoea caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae
- Early Lyme Disease caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
Pharmacology
- Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
- Active against β-lactamase producing strains
- Stability to bacterial β-lactamase
Dosage
- Different dosages for Adolescents, Adults, and Paediatric Patients
- Tablet or Suspension administration
- Parenteral administration for various conditions
Administration
- Use of freshly reconstituted solution recommended
- Maintains potency for at least 24 hours at room temperature or 48 hours at 5°C
Interaction
- No reported potentially hazardous interactions
Contraindications
- Not to be used in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins
Side Effects
- Mild and transient adverse effects
- Includes rashes and gastrointestinal disturbances
- Prolonged use may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution for nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with care in patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- Cephalosporin antibiotics generally safe for patients hypersensitive to penicillin
- Cross reactions reported but not likely at recommended dose levels
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Instructions for intramuscular and intravenous injections
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C)
- Keep away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children