Axon 250 mg/vial (IM Injection)
250 mg vial: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Gonorrhea
- Bacterial Septicemia
- Bone and joint infections
- Meningitis
- Prevention of postoperative infections
- Perioperative prophylaxis of infections associated with surgery
Pharmacology
Ceftriaxone is a 3rd generation broad-spectrum parenteral cephalosporin antibiotic with potent bactericidal activity against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms.
Dosage
- Usual dose for adults: 1 to 2 gm by intravenous or intramuscular administration once a day
- Usual dose for infants and children: 50 to 75 mg/kg intravenous or intramuscular administration once a day
Administration
- Preparation of Solutions for Intramuscular / Intravenous Injections
- Injection administered over 2-4 minutes
- Patient tolerance test recommended before starting treatment
Interaction
No drug interactions reported
Contraindications
Not for patients with a history of hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastro-intestinal effects including diarrhea, nausea and vomiting
- Cutaneous reactions including rash, pruritus, urticaria
- Hematologic reactions including eosinophilia, thrombocytopenia
- Hepatic reactions including elevations of SGOT or SGPT
- CNS reactions including nervousness, confusion, sleep disturbances
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not established for safety in human pregnancy, caution in lactating mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Anaphylactic shock may occur
- Monitor the blood picture during prolonged treatment
- Avoid in neonates if premature and newborn (up to 28 days of age)
Overdose Effects
No specific antidote, treatment should be symptomatic
Therapeutic Class
Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
Vial store in a cool, dry place (below 30° C), away from light & moisture