Cefocef 100 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 175.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Pharmadesh laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal action against gram positive and gram negative bacteria
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- High stability in the presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days
- Can be continued for up to 14 days if required
- Recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily
- Dosage for children varies based on age and weight
- Dosage adjustment in severe renal impairment
- Different dosages for different age groups
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times noted in some patients
- Caution advised in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Central nervous system effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Hematological and clinical chemistry changes
- Mild transient change in liver and renal function tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution advised during pregnancy
- Use during lactation should be exercised with caution
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Cautious use in penicillin-sensitive patients
- Avoid use in pregnancy or in nursing mothers unless considered essential by the physician
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- Adverse reactions in small numbers of healthy adult volunteers receiving single doses up to 2 g
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
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