Ngcef 200 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 35.00 (2 x 7: ৳ 490.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 245.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Rangs pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Urinary Tract Infections
Pharmacology
- Orally active cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria
- Interferes in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days
- Recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily
- Recommended dosage for children is 8 mg/kg/day
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times may be noted in some patients
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Diarrhoea and stool changes
- Nausea and abdominal pain
- Thrombocytopenia and leukopenia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with caution to patients who have shown hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Should be administered with caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
Overdose Effects
- Gastric lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- Not removed in significant quantities by 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
Common Questions about Ngcef 200 mg Capsule
- Used to treat bacterial infection
- Commonly reported side effects include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and dizziness
- Should be kept in a cool dry place in its original pack