Rycef Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Cefotaxime Na

Indications/Uses

Infections of lower resp tract, GUT, gynaecological, skin & skin structure, intra-abdominal, bone & joints, CNS. Bacteremia & septicaemia.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & juvenile 1-2 g 2 times daily. Max: 12 g/day in 3-4 doses. Infant & childn 50-100 mg/kg/day in 2-4 doses. Max: 200 mg/kg/day in 3-4 doses. Premature babies & newborn 50 mg/kg/day in 2 doses.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins.

Special Precautions

Hypersensitivity to penicillins. Pregnancy.

Adverse Reactions

GI effects, hypersensitivity reactions, thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, leukopenia.

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MIMS Class

Cephalosporins

ATC Classification

J01DD01 - cefotaxime ; Belongs to the class of third-generation cephalosporins. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Rycef inj 1 g

Packing/Price

1's

Rycef

cefotaxime

Manufacturer:

Interbat