Cefokid 40 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)

50 ml bottle: ৳ 98.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Cefpodoxime proxetil
Company	Euro pharma ltd
Also available as	Cefokid ds 80 mg suspension

Title

Cefokid Cefpodoxime Proxetil Suspension

Description

Cefokid is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible microorganisms, and is a third generation cephalosporin with activity against Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria.

Color Options

White

Functions

Treatment of acute otitis media
Treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis
Treatment of maxillary sinusitis
Treatment of community-acquired pneumonia
Treatment of bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
Treatment of skin and skin structure infections
Treatment of urinary tract infections
Treatment of gonorrhea
Treatment of rectal gonococcal infections in women

Materials

Cefpodoxime Proxetil

Technical Specifications

Stability: Good stability to beta lactamases
Excretion: Approximately 29 to 33% excreted unchanged in the urine in 12 hours
Pharmacokinetics: Similar in cirrhotic patients and healthy subjects

Design Elements

Oral suspension

Usability Features

Dosing for adults and adolescents
Dosing for infants and pediatric patients
Dosing adjustment for patients with renal dysfunction
No dose adjustment for patients with liver cirrhosis

Interactions

Antacids: Reduces peak plasma level and extent of absorption
Probenecid: Inhibits renal excretion and results in an increase in AUC
Nephrotoxic Drugs: Close monitoring of renal function advised

Contraindications

Known allergy to Cefpodoxime or cephalosporin antibiotics

Side Effects

Diarrhea
Nausea
Skin fungal infection
Vaginal fungal infection
Abdominal pain
Headache
Chest pain
Myalgia
Dyspepsia
Dizziness
Vertigo
Cough

Pregnancy & Lactation

Teratogenicity: Neither teratogenic nor embryocidal in animal trials
Breastfeeding: Excreted in human milk, decision should be made whether to discontinue breast-feeding or the drug

Precautions & Warnings

Reduce total daily dose in patients with renal insufficiency
Administer with caution to patients receiving potent diuretics
Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms

Therapeutic Class

Third generation Cephalosporins

Reconstitution

For 50 ml suspension, add 30 ml of cooled boil water to the dry mixture in the bottle and shake well

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat, out of the reach of children