৳ 70/unit
Pack: ৳ 980
৳ 70/unit
Pack: ৳ 980
At a glance
Ceftibuten is a third generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, and throat.
Indications
- Acute Bacterial Exacerbations of Chronic Bronchitis
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Pharyngitis
- Tonsillitis
- Sinusitis
- Pneumonia
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Cystitis
Pharmacology
Ceftibuten is a semi-synthetic Cephalosporin antibiotic for oral administration. Ceftibuten exerts its bactericidal action by binding to essential target proteins of the bacterial cell wall. This binding leads to inhibition of cell-wall synthesis.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
| Infection Type | Dose | Schedule | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Respiratory Tract Infections, Urinary Tract Infections | 400 mg | Once daily | 10 days |
| Otitis Media | 400 mg | Every 24 hours | 10 days |
| Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis | 400 mg | Every 24 hours | 10 days |
| Bronchitis | 400 mg | Every 24 hours | 10 days |
| Cystitis | 400 mg | Every 24 hours | 7 days |
| Pneumonia | 200 mg | Every 12 hours | 7-14 days |
| Sinusitis | 400 mg | Every 24 hours | 10-14 days |
Pediatric Dose (>6 months): 9 mg/kg/day (max 400 mg) every 24 hours (for otitis media, tonsillitis/pharyngitis, UTI for 10 days).
Pediatric Dose (>12 years or >45 kg): As in adults.
Renal Dose:
| Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) | Dose |
|---|---|
| 30-49 | 200 mg once daily |
| 5-29 | 100 mg once daily |
Hepatic impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Allergic reaction
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dyspepsia
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
Use in pregnancy
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Ceftibuten is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. Pregnancy Category B. Ceftibuten should be used in pregnancy only when the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.
Pregnancy Category: B — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- [SAFE] Ceftibuten does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- Your doctor has prescribed Ceftibuten to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Ceftibuten and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ceftibuten as it may cause increased side effects.
- As with other broad-spectrum antibiotics, prolonged treatment may result in the possible emergence and overgrowth of resistant organisms. Careful observation of the patient is essential.
- Ceftibuten should be prescribed with caution to individuals with a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.
Overdose effects
Information on Ceftibuten overdosage is not available.
Storage conditions
Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. For Suspension: After reconstitution, the suspension may be used for 14 days while stored at 2° to 8°C. Keep out of reach of children.