Ceftid DS 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 321.21
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title and Categories
- Ceftid DS 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Antibiotic
- Cephalosporins
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI)
- Treatment of lower respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI)
- Clinical efficacy against Streptococcus pneumonia
- Clinical efficacy against Escherichia coli
- Treatment of infections caused by Enterobacter species
- High stability in presence of beta-lactamase enzymes
Pharmacology
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against broad spectrum of gram positive and gram negative bacteria
- Interferes in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- Highly stable in the presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
- Absorption of about 40% to 50% with or without food
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days, can be continued up to 14 days if required
- Recommended adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended child dosage: 8 mg/kg/day
- Dosage adjustments for elderly and patients with renal impairment
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times noted in some patients
- Careful use with anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Well tolerated
- Mild and self-limiting adverse reactions
- Frequent gastrointestinal disturbances: diarrhea, stool changes
- Less frequent gastrointestinal side-effects: nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting
- Central nervous system effects: headache, dizziness
- Hypersensitivity reactions: rash, pruritis, urticaria
- Hematological and clinical chemistry reactions: thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, eosinophilia
- Mild transient change in liver and renal function tests
- Other possible reactions: genital pruritis, vaginitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Limited studies in pregnant women, cautious use during pregnancy
- Unknown excretion in human milk, caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Caution in penicillin-sensitive patients
- Markedly impaired renal function
- Alteration of normal flora of the colon
- Use in pregnancy and lactation only when essential
Overdose Effects
- Gastric lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- No significant removal by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
- Adverse reactions similar to those at recommended doses
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
- Chemical Structure Image: Cefixime Trihydrate
Common Questions
- Uses and side effects of Ceftid DS 200 mg/5 ml Syrup
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Usability for cold and flu treatment
- Dietary instructions
- Usage for infants and children
- Interaction with other drugs
- Time duration for effectiveness
- Instructions for non-improvement and quick tips