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Cefepime

Indications/Uses

Lower resp tract infections (pneumonia & bronchopneumonia); complicated upper (pyelonephritis) & lower UTI; skin & skin structure infections; intra-abdominal infections (peritonitis & biliary tract infections); severe or complicated gynecological infections; septicaemia; empiric treatment in febrile neutropenia.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 1 g IV/IM 12 hrly. Mild to moderate UTI 500 mg-1 g IV/IM 12 hrly. Mild to moderate infections other than UTI 1 g IV/IM 12 hrly. Severe infections 2 g IV 12 hrly. Very severe or life-threatening infections 2 g IV 8 hrly. Duration: 7-10 days or longer (severe infections).

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins, penicillins & other β-lactams. Childn <13 yr.

Special Precautions

Avoid long-term use. Diarrhea. Renal impairment (CrCl ≤30 mL/min). Pregnancy & lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Skin reaction, rash, urticaria, pruritus, fever, anaphylaxis; nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, chest pain & bradycardia; cough, throat pain, dyspnea; headache, dizziness, insomnia, paresthesia, anxiety, confusion; phlebitis & inj site inflammation.

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Drug Interactions

Metronidazole, vancomycin, gentamicin, tobramycin sulfate or netilmicin sulfate; aminoglycosides, diuretics.

MIMS Class

Cephalosporins

ATC Classification

J01DE01 - cefepime ; Belongs to the class of fourth generation cephalosporins. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Maxilan powd for inj 1 g

Packing/Price

(+ amp of 10 mL soln) 1's (Rp275,000/boks)

Maxilan

cefepime

Manufacturer:

Landson