Temocillin Sodium
Also known as: temocillina sodica, Temocillin di sodium
Temocillin sodium is a semisynthetic penicillin that are highly resistant to wide range of beta-lactamase and is used for treatment of infections by beta lactamase producing strains of gram negative aerobic bacteria,including those resistant to third generation cephalosporin.
Primary Characteristics
Temocillin Sodium is also known as temocillina sodica, Temocillin di sodium.
Molecular Weight: 458.4 · Non-proprietary name: Temocillin sodium..
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Temocillin Sodium is primarily indicated in conditions like Lower respiratory tract infections, Septicaemia, Urinary tract infection.
Contraindications
Temocillin Sodium is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Dosage
Temocillin Sodium's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 1.5 g | 1.5 g | — | IV | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Temocillin Sodium are Angioedema, Rashes .
Temocillin Sodium is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Diarrhea, Pain .
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Drug Classification
- 1.6.2.1.1 — Penicillins