Cefa-4 2 gm/vial (IV Injection)
2 gm vial: ৳ 1,100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefepime hydrochloride |
| Company | Popular pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Pneumonia (moderate to severe)
- Febrile Neutropenia
- Uncomplicated and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections
- Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections
- Complicated Intra-abdominal Infections
Pharmacology
Bactericidal mode of action disrupting the synthesis of the peptidoglycan layer of bacterial cell walls
Dosage & Administration
- Administered intravenously over approximately 30 minutes
- Specific dosages for different types of infections
Interaction
Potential nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity when administered with high doses of aminoglycosides
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with immediate hypersensitivity reactions to cefepime or cephalosporin class of antibiotics
Side Effects
Potential for immediate hypersensitivity reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in human breast milk in very low concentrations
Precautions & Warnings
- Prescribing without proven bacterial infection unlikely to provide benefit
- Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible microorganisms
Use in Special Populations
- Pediatric Use
- Geriatric Use
- Impaired Hepatic Function
- Impaired Renal Function
Overdose Effects
Symptoms include encephalopathy, myoclonus, seizures, and neuromuscular excitability
Therapeutic Class
Fourth generation Cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Reconstitution details for IV and IM administration
- Compatibility with various IV infusion fluids and diluents
Storage Conditions
Do not use later than the date of expiry, keep out of the reach of children, dispensed only on prescription