Dofixim 100 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 21.00 (2 x 4: ৳ 168.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 84.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefpodoxime proxetil |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of infections caused by susceptible microorganism
- Acute otitis media
- Pharyngitis/tonsillitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Uncomplicated gonorrhea
- Rectal gonococcal infections in women
Pharmacology
- Oral 3rd generation cephalosporin
- Stability to beta lactamases
- Activity against Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria
- Prodrug with active metabolite Cefpodoxime
- Excretion in the urine
Dosage & Administration
- Different dosages for adults, adolescents, infants, and pediatric patients
- Dosing intervals for patients with renal dysfunction
- No dose adjustment needed for patients with liver cirrhosis
Interaction
- Interaction with antacids
- Interaction with probenecid
- Close monitoring with nephrotoxic drugs
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to Cefpodoxime or cephalosporin group
Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Skin & vaginal fungal infection
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Chest pain
- Myalgia
- Dyspepsia
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Cough
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not teratogenic or embryocidal in animal trial
- No adequate and well-controlled study in pregnant woman
- Excretion in human milk
- Decision making for pregnancy and breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Reduced dose in patients with reduction in urinary output due to renal insufficiency
- Cautious administration to patients on potent diuretics
- Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
- Repeated evaluation of patient's condition
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Preparation of suspension with water
- Shaking well before each use
- Storage details
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children