The drug has also been administered by direct IV push over 2-4 min. an InjectableThe drug may be administered by IV intermittent infusion over 10-30 min final concentration for IV administration should not exceed 40 mg/mL. Postnatal age > 7 days, body wt > 2 Kg: 50-75 mg/kg/day given every 24 hrs.AdministrationHow to prepare and administer e.g. Neonates: IM/IV: Postnatal age 7 days or > 7 days (body wt 2 Kg): 50 mg/kg/day given every 24 hrs.
Doses over 50 mg/kg to be given by slow IV infusion over at least 30 minutes. Severe infections, up to maximum 80 mg/kg daily. Children: Usually 20-50 mg/kg once daily by IM inj., slow IV inj over at least 2-4 min, or IV infusion. Severe infections, 2-4 gm as a single dose every 24 hrs. Elderly or debilitated patients.Dosage (Alongwith Indications)Fast, Quick & Easy Access to Accurate Dosage in Specific IndicationsThe usual dosage are: Adults: Usually 1 gm daily by deep IM., slow IV inj over at least 2-4 min, or IV infusion. Monitor for signs of respiratory depression. Lactation: Contraindicated.Contraindications: Severe respiratory depression, severe obstructive lung conditions.Precautions: COPD, raised intracranial pressure, impaired consciousness, head injury, bradyarrhythmia, renal or hepatic impairment. Cephalosporins)Risk FactorsInformation provided under Risk Factors include Contraindications, Precautions and Risks in Pregnancy and Lactation for the relevant product.Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out. Cefoperazone and Sulbactam)Therapeutic Category (e.g. PharmaGuide Pakistan EditionInstant and Predictive Search by:BrandGeneric Name (e.g.