Denvar DS 200 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
37.5 ml bottle: ৳ 240.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of upper respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of urinary tract infections
- High stability in the presence of beta-lactamase enzymes
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal against broad spectrum of bacteria
- Kills bacteria by interfering in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
- Highly stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
- About 40%-50% absorption whether administered with or without food
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days, may be continued for up to 14 days
- Recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended dosage for children is 8 mg/kg/day
- Dosage adjustment in severe renal impairment
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times have been noted
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Most adverse reactions observed in clinical trials were mild and self-limiting
- Frequent gastrointestinal disturbances including diarrhea and stool changes
- Hypersensitivity reactions observed
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with caution to patients who have shown hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Given with caution to penicillin-sensitive patients
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- Not removed in significant quantities by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature, protected from light & moisture
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
Common Questions about Denvar DS 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Antibiotic used to treat bacterial infection
- Used for the treatment and prevention from various conditions including Urinary Tract Infection, Tonsillitis, Pharyngitis, and Bronchitis