Ceftron 500 mg/vial (IV Injection)
500 mg vial: ৳ 200.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
| 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
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic
- Bactericidal activity
- Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Stable in the presence of beta lactamases
- Long plasma elimination half-life
- Not metabolized in the body
- Highly protein bound
Dosage
- Adult dosage of 1 to 2 gm by intravenous or intramuscular administration
- Pediatric dosage of 50 to 75 mg/kg intravenous or intramuscular administration
- Specific dosage for various infections
- Maximum daily doses for different age groups
Administration
- Preparation of solutions for intramuscular and intravenous injections
- Recommended injection administration time
- Patient tolerance test recommendation
Interaction
- No reported drug interactions
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal effects
- Cutaneous reactions
- Hematologic reactions
- Hepatic reactions
- CNS reactions
- Rare occurrence of local phlebitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in human pregnancy
- Caution in lactating mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of anaphylactic shock
- Possibility of sludge detection in the gallbladder
- Blood picture monitoring during prolonged treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Avoid use in neonates if premature or newborn (up to 28 days of age)
Overdose Effects
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic treatment recommended
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store vial in a cool, dry place
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children