Neofexim 100 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 175.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Doctors chemical works 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
- Interference with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Stability in the presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days
- Recommended adult dosage: 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended dosage for children: 8 mg/kg/day
- Dosage in renal impairment
Interaction
- Potential increase in prothrombin times in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Dyspepsia
- Vomiting
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Allergies in the form of rash, pruritis, urticaria
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution advised during pregnancy
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution advised during lactation
- Consultation with a physician recommended
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution advised for penicillin-sensitive patients
- Administration with caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Alteration of normal flora of the colon
Overdose Effects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- No significant removal by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
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