Table of contents:
- What Drug Latamoxef?
- What is latamoxef for?
- How to use latamoxef?
- How do I store latamoxef?
- Latamoxef dosage
- What is the dose of latamoxef for adults?
- What is the dose of latamoxef for children?
- In what dosage form is latamoxef available?
- Latamoxef side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to latamoxef?
- Drug Warnings and Cautions Latamoxef
- What should be known before using latamoxef?
- Is latamoxef safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Latamoxef Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with latamoxef?
- Can food or alcohol interact with latamoxef?
- What health conditions can interact with latamoxef?
- Latamoxef overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
What Drug Latamoxef?
What is latamoxef for?
Latamoxef is used for susceptible infections.
How to use latamoxef?
This drug is given by injection into a vein according to doctor's instructions. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or gets worse or if you have new symptoms that you think are a serious health problem, seek medical attention immediately.
How do I store latamoxef?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Latamoxef dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of latamoxef for adults?
Intramuscular
Susceptible infection
Adult: 2 g / day in 2 doses.
Intravenous
Susceptible infection
Adults: 2-6 g / day in 2-3 doses.
Renal impairment: hemodialysis patients: 15 mg / kg after each dialysis session.
| CrCl (ml / min) | Dosage recommendations |
| >30 | 15 mg / kg every 12-24 hours |
| 10-30 | 15 mg / kg every 24-36 hours |
| <10 | 15 mg / kg every 36-48 hours |
What is the dose of latamoxef for children?
Intramuscular
Susceptible infection
Children: 50-100 mg / kg / day in 2-3 doses.
Intravenous
Susceptible infection
Children: 50-100 mg / kg / day in 2-3 doses.
Intravenous
Meningitis
Children: 100 mg / kg as starting dose.
In what dosage form is latamoxef available?
Solution, Injection: 1g
Latamoxef side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to latamoxef?
Side effects can include:
- hypoprothrombinaemia
- serious bleeding
- fever
- pain at the injection site
- diarrhea
- cutaneous eruption
- eosinophilia
- leucopenia
- thrombocytopenia
Not everyone experiences the above side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Warnings and Cautions Latamoxef
What should be known before using latamoxef?
Before using Latamoxef, tell your doctor if you have any allergies to Latamoxef.
Is latamoxef safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.
Latamoxef Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with latamoxef?
Drug interactions can change how medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not include all drug interactions that can occur. Keep a list of the products you use (including prescription / nonprescription medicines and herbal products) and tell your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's knowledge.
Can food or alcohol interact with latamoxef?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this drug.
What health conditions can interact with latamoxef?
The presence of other health problems can affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems, especially kidney problems.
Latamoxef overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, when it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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