Xitil 125 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil |
| Company | Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Xitil Tablet
Category
- Antibiotic
- Medication
- Pharmaceutical
Description
Xitil is a well-characterized and effective antibacterial agent, which has broad-spectrum bactericidal activity against a wide range of common pathogens, including β-lactamase producing strains. It is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by sensitive bacteria.
DosageForm
Tablet, Suspension
AgeGroup
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Paediatric Patients
- Children
- Neonate
Indications
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Acute bacterial maxillary sinusitis
- Lower respiratory tract infections including pneumoniae
- Skin and skin-structure infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Bone and Joint Infections
- Gonorrhoea
- Early Lyme Disease (erythema migrans)
ModeOfAction
Cefuroxime has good stability to bacterial β-lactamase and consequently, is active against many ampicillin-resistant and amoxycillin-resistant strains.
DosageInstructions
- Dosage for Adolescents and adults
- Dosage for Paediatric Patients
- Parenteral Dosage
- Dosage in Meningitis
- Dosage in bone and joint infections
AdminstrationRecommendations
The use of freshly reconstituted solution is recommended.
Interactions
No potentially hazardous interactions have been reported.
Contraindications
Cefuroxime is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cephalosporins.
SideEffects
- Rashes
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Overgrowth of non susceptible organisms e.g. Candida
PregnancyAndLactation
Caution should be exercised when Cefuroxime is administered to a nursing woman.
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- Patients who have a history of colitis
TherapeuticClass
Second generation Cephalosporins
ReconstitutionInstructions
- For 750 mg intramuscular injection reconstitution
- For 750 mg intravenous injection reconstitution
- For 1.5 g intravenous injection reconstitution
StorageConditions
Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C), away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.