Sefur 1.5 gm/vial (IV Injection)
1.5 gm vial: ৳ 220.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Opsonin pharma 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
- Skin and skin-structure infections caused by specific bacteria
- Urinary tract infections caused by specific bacteria
- Bone and Joint Infections caused by specific bacteria
- Gonorrhea caused by specific strains of bacteria
- Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans) caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
Pharmacology
- Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
- Effectiveness against beta-lactamase producing strains
- Stability to bacterial beta-lactamase
- Activity against ampicillin-resistant and amoxycillin-resistant strains
Dosage
- Dosage for adolescents and adults
- Dosage for paediatric patients
- Parenteral dosage for adults, children, and neonates
- Dosage for different types of infections
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 generally mild adverse effects
- Reported effects include rashes and gastrointestinal disturbances
- Potential overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms with prolonged use
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA pregnancy category B
- Caution advised during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- History of colitis
- Cross reactions with penicillin reported
- No likely problem at recommended dose levels
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Specific reconstitution instructions for different types of injections
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C)
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children