Ceftid 200 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 40.00 (2 x 7: ৳ 560.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 280.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
- Treatment of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal activity against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
- Interferes with the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- Highly stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7-14 days
- Adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended dosage for children based on age and weight
- Dosage adjustments for the elderly and patients with renal impairment
Interaction
- Potential increases in prothrombin times in some patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances including diarrhea and nausea
- Central nervous system effects like headache and dizziness
- Hypersensitivity reactions such as rash and urticaria
- Hematological and clinical chemistry changes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution advised during pregnancy if clearly needed
- Unknown excretion in human milk, caution recommended during nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Consideration for partial cross-allergenicity with penicillins
- Administration caution in patients with impaired renal function
- Altered normal flora of the colon and potential for antibiotic-associated diarrhea
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- No significant removal by dialysis
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C, protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C<sub>16</sub>H<sub>15</sub>N<sub>5</sub>O<sub>7</sub>S<sub>2</sub>
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