Triject 1 gm/vial (IM Injection)
1 gm vial: ৳ 250.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
Company | Eskayef pharmaceuticals 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
- Potent bactericidal activity
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Broad-spectrum against Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
- High stability in the presence of beta lactamases
- Long plasma elimination half-life
- Not metabolized in the body
- Highly protein bound (95%)
Dosage
- Usual adult dose of 1 to 2 gm once a day
- Maximum adult dose of 4 gm/day
- Infant and children dose of 50 to 75 mg/kg once a day
- Maximum infant and children dose of 2 gm/day
- Duration of therapy of 4 to 14 days
Administration
- Intramuscular or intravenous injection
- Preparation of solutions for injections
- Administered over 2-4 minutes
- Patient tolerance test recommended
Interaction
- No reported drug interactions
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastro-intestinal effects
- Cutaneous reactions
- Hematologic reactions
- Hepatic reactions
- CNS reactions
- Rare occurrence of local phlebitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safety not established in human pregnancy
- Caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Anaphylactic shock
- Gallbladder sludge shadows
- Regular blood picture checks during prolonged treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Not to be given to neonates if premature or newborn
Overdose Effects
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic treatment
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place (below 30°C)
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children