Drug Interaction:
Probenecid produces higher and prolonged serum levels Increased nephrotoxicity with aminoglycosides and furosemide
Indication:
Susceptible infections
Adverse Reaction:
Pain at injection sites Hypersensitivity
GI disturbances Eosinophilia, neutropenia,leucopenia
Thrombocytopenia
Anapylactic reactions Nephrotoxicity
Contra-Indications:
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
Special precautions-
Hypersensitivity to penicilins Pseudo membranous colitis
Renal failure
Pregnancy Lactation
Dosages/ Overdosage Etc:
Indication-
Susceptible infections
Dosage-
1 - 2 g daily given in divided doses given at 6 - 8 , 12 hr intevals Max 4 g daily
Patient Information:
Refer cephalosporins
Pharmacology/ Pharmacokinetics:
Refer cephalosporins
Interaction with Food:
Refer cephalosporins
Pregnancy and lactation:
Observe caution if required to be given to pregnant or lactating mothers