Novacef 100 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 195.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Novus pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Novacef 100 mg/5 ml Syrup
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Indications
- Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
- Treatment of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections
Mode of Action
- Bactericidal action against a broad spectrum of bacteria
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- High stability in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days, may be continued for up to 14 days if required
- Recommended adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily according to the severity of the infection
- Dosage for children 8 mg/kg/day administered as a single dose or in two divided doses
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times noted in a few patients
- Caution in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhoea and stool changes
- Central nervous system effects like headache and dizziness
- Hypersensitivity reactions including rash, pruritis, and urticaria
- Hematological and clinical chemistry abnormalities
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Caution advised when administered to nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with caution to patients with known hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Given with caution to penicillin-sensitive patients
- 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 from circulation by dialysis
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
- Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-217-cefixime-trihydrate-chemical-structure-3Mg9h2a2PuSZaJk4Uj0Z.svg
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