Cefodizime (Na)
Generic medicine reference
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Overview
Cefodizime (Na) is a third generation cephalosporin antibiotic with actions, uses and adverse effects similar to those of cefotaxime. Cefodizime (Na) is given parenterally in the treatment of susceptible infections.
Indications
Cefodizime (Na) is primarily indicated in conditions like Pelvic infections, Respiratory tract infections, Urinary tract infection.
Contraindications
Cefodizime (Na) is contraindicated in conditions like Impaired renal function, Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Cefodizime (Na), which give rise to further complications include Allergy, Thrombocytopenia, Hemolytic anemia, Eosinophilia, Angioedema, Leucopenia, Anaphylaxis. Cefodizime (Na) produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Anaphylactic shock. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Cefodizime (Na) therapy. The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Cefodizime (Na) include Encephalopathy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Cefodizime (Na) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Vertigo, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Skin Rash, Cutaneous eruption.
Warnings
It should be used with caution in patients with impaired kidney or liver function. Appropriate measure should be taken if secondary infection occurs. It should be used with caution (if contain tartrazine) in patients with aspirin hypersensitivity, because it may cause allergic reactions (including bronchial asthma).
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, Geriatrics, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Cefodizime (Na) was found.
Storage
Inj (reconstituted soln) Store in refrigerator. Use within 24 hrs if kept at room temperature. Powder for Inj Store Below 25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.