Cefipime Pharmacology

Cefipime

About Cefipime
4th generation cephalosporin.
Mechanism of Action of Cefipime
It inhibits the final transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in bacterial cell wall by binding to one or more of the penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs).
Pharmacokinets of Cefipime
Absorption: IM admin: Rapid and almost complete absorption.
Distribution: 16-19% bound to plasma proteins. Volume of distribution: 14-20 L; crosses the blood brain barrier. Penetrates into inflammatory fluid at concentrations of about 80% of serum levels.
Metabolism: Minimally hepatic.
Excretion:Excreted in urine with 85% as unchanged drug.
Onset of Action for Cefipime
N/A
Duration of Action for Cefipime
N/A
Half Life of Cefipime
2 hr
Side Effects of Cefipime
1.Positive Coombs' test without haemolysis
2.Rash
3.Pruritus
4.Diarrhea
5.Nausea
6.Vomiting
7.Fever
8.Headache
9.Pain and erythema at inj site
10.Agranulocytosis
11.Anaphylactic shock
12.Leucopenia
13.Neutropenia
14.Thrombocytopenia.
Contra-indications of Cefipime
Hypersensitivity to cefepime or other cephalosporins.
Special Precautions while taking Cefipime
1.Renal impairment
2.History of penicillin or cephalosporin allergy
3.Caution when used in patients with history of GI diseases, especially colitis.
4.May decrease prothrombin activity; monitor prothrombin time in patients with poor nutritional state, renal or hepatic impairment and those on prolonged treatment.
5.Prolonged treatment may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms, resulting in superinfection.
6.Consider the possibility of Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea in patients who present with diarrhoea after treatment.
7.Caution when used in patients with a history of seizures.
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Cefipime
1.Urinary tract infections
2.Empiric therapy for febrile neutropenic patients
3.Moderate to severe pneumonia
4.Complicated intra-abdominal infections
Interactions for Cefipime
1.Increased effect with high-dose probenecid
2.Increased nephrotoxic potential with aminoglycosides.
Typical Dosage for Cefipime
Adult: IV ;UTI 0.5-1 g 12 hrly for 7-10 days.
Empirical therapy for febrile neutropenia 2 g 8 hrly for 7 days or until resolution of neutropenia.
Moderate to severe pneumonia 1-2 g 12 hrly for 10 days.
Complicated intra-abdominal infections 2 g 12 hrly for 7-10 days.
Uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections 2 g 12 hrly for 10 days.
Schedule of Cefipime
N/A
Storage Requirements for Cefipime
Intravenous: In dry state: Store at 2-25?C and protected from light. After reconstitution: Cefepime solution is stable for 24 hr at controlled room temperature (2-25?C) and for 7 days under refridgeration (2-8?C).
Effects of Missed Dosage of Cefipime
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Cefipime
Symptoms include encephalopathy, myoclonus, seizures and neuromuscular excitability. Careful observation and supportive treatment are recommended. In the presence of renal insufficiency, haemodialysis may be used to remove cefepime from the body.

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