Maxpime 1 gm/vial (IM/IV Injection)
1 gm vial: ৳ 551.65
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
---|---|
Generic | Cefepime hydrochloride |
Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
Indications
- Treatment of pneumonia (moderate to severe)
- Febrile neutropenia
- Urinary tract infections (uncomplicated and complicated)
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Intra-abdominal infections
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal
- Disruption of peptidoglycan layer synthesis
Dosage & Administration
- Intravenous administration
- Specific dosage for different infections
Interaction
- Monitor renal function
- Aminoglycosides interaction
- Concomitant administration with diuretics
Contraindications
- Immediate hypersensitivity reactions
Side Effects
- Immediate hypersensitivity reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category B
- Excretion in breast milk
- Caution during nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid use in absence of proven bacterial infection
- Overgrowth of non-susceptible microorganisms
- Association with fall in prothrombin activity
- Caution in gastrointestinal disease
- Effect on glucose metabolism and serum potassium
Use in Special Populations
- Pediatric use
- Geriatric use and associated adverse events
- Impaired hepatic function
- Impaired renal function
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of overdose
- Recommendation for renal insufficiency
Therapeutic Class
- Fourth generation cephalosporins
Reconstitution
- Intravenous administration
- Intramuscular administration
- Compatibility with various diluents
Storage Conditions
- Expiry date
- Keep out of reach of children
- Dispense only on prescription