Unifix 100 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 160.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Mst pharma |
| Also available as |
Title
- Unifix 100 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Medicine
- Cephalosporin Antibiotic
Description
- Orally active cephalosporin antibiotic
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic for oral administration
- Highly stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
- Recommended for the treatment of acute infections caused by susceptible microorganisms
DosageAndAdministration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days, may be continued for up to 14 days if required
- Adult dosage is 200-400 mg daily, may be given as a single dose or in two divided doses
- Dosage for children varies based on age and weight
- Absorption is not significantly modified by the presence of food
Indications
- Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI)
- Treatment of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections
ModeOfAction
- Bactericidal against a broad spectrum of gram positive and gram negative bacteria
- Interferes with the synthesis of bacterial cell wall
Interaction
- Increases in prothrombin times have been noted in some patients
- Caution should be taken in patients receiving anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
SideEffects
- Mild and self-limiting adverse reactions observed in clinical trials
- Commonly reported side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, central nervous system effects, hypersensitivity reactions, hematological and clinical chemistry effects
PregnancyAndLactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Cautious usage during pregnancy and lactation due to unknown excretion in human milk
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Caution in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Consideration for partial cross-allergenicity between penicillins and cephalosporins
- Caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
OverdoseEffects
- Gastric Lavage may be indicated
- No specific antidote exists
- Not removed in significant quantities by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
TherapeuticClass
- Third generation Cephalosporins
StorageConditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
ChemicalStructure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
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