Zopime 1 gm/vial (IM/IV Injection)

1 gm vial: ৳ 550.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Cefepime hydrochloride
Company Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Zopime 500 mg injection

Title

  • Zopime

Categories

  • Antibiotics
  • Medications
  • Pharmaceuticals

Description

Zopime is indicated for the treatment of pneumonia, febrile neutropenia, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections, and intra-abdominal infections. It belongs to the fourth generation Cephalosporins therapeutic class and has a bactericidal mode of action.

Dimensions

N/A

Color Options

  • N/A

Functions

  • Bactericidal action
  • Treatment of bacterial infections

Materials

  • N/A

Technical Specifications

  • Intravenous administration over approximately 30 minutes
  • Dosage varies based on the type and severity of infection
  • Intravenous and intramuscular reconstitution guidelines

Design Elements

  • N/A

Usability Features

  • Compatible with specific IV infusion fluids and diluents for IV and intramuscular administration

Indications

  • Pneumonia (moderate to severe)
  • Febrile Neutropenia
  • Urinary Tract Infections (including pyelonephritis)
  • Skin and Skin Structure Infections
  • Intra-abdominal Infections

Mode of Action

  • Bactericidal effect by disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis

Dosage & Administration

  • Specific dosages for different types of infections
  • Duration of treatment varies based on the type and severity of infection
  • Caution in patients with specific conditions

Interaction

  • Monitor renal function if administered with aminoglycosides
  • Potential nephrotoxicity with concomitant use of cephalosporins and diuretics

Contraindications

  • Immediate hypersensitivity to cefepime or cephalosporins, penicillin, or other betalactum antibiotics

Side Effects

  • Immediate hypersensitivity reactions

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Pregnancy Category B
  • Excretion in breast milk
  • Caution during nursing

Precautions & Warnings

  • Avoid use in absence of bacterial infection
  • Risk of overgrowth of non-susceptible microorganisms
  • Monitoring of prothrombin time
  • Caution in gastrointestinal disease and history of colitis

Use in Special Populations

  • Pediatric use guidelines
  • Geriatric use precautions
  • Dosing adjustment for impaired renal function

Overdose Effects

  • Observation and supportive treatment for overdose
  • Recommendation for hemodialysis in renal insufficiency

Therapeutic Class

  • Fourth generation Cephalosporins

Reconstitution

  • Specific guidelines for intravenous and intramuscular administration
  • Compatibility with various IV infusion fluids and diluents
  • Reconstitution volumes for different dosage vials

Storage Conditions

  • Expiry date adherence
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Dispense only with a registered physician's prescription

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