Ceforan 40 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 75.25
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefpodoxime proxetil |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Ceforan Cefpodoxime Proxetil 100mg
Categories
- Antibiotics
- Cephalosporin
- Oral Suspension
- Medication
- Pharmaceutical
Description
- Treatment of Infections caused by susceptible microorganisms
- Oral 3rd generation cephalosporin with good stability to beta lactamases
Color Options
- White
Dosage Form
- Oral Suspension
Age Group
- Adults
- Adolescents
- Infants
- Pediatric Patients
Indications
- Acute otitis media
- Pharyngitis/tonsillitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Chronic bronchitis
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infection
- Uncomplicated gonorrhea
- Rectal gonococcal infections in women
Pharmacology
- Activity against Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria
- Prodrug with active metabolite Cefpodoxime
- Excretion in urine
- Stable in presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
Function
- Treatment of infections
- Stable in presence of beta-lactamase enzyme
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage for different indications based on age and condition
- Dosage adjustment for patients with renal dysfunction
Interactions
- Antacids
- H2 blockers
- Probenecid
- Nephrotoxic drugs
Contraindications
- Known allergy to Cefpodoxime or cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Fungal infections
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Cough
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use only if clearly needed during pregnancy
- Excreted in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Reduced dose in patients with renal insufficiency
- Administer with caution to patients receiving potent diuretics
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Instructions for reconstituting the oral suspension
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat