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[Clinical studies of ceftizoxime suppositories in the pediatric field]
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Ceftizoxime suppository (CZX-S) offers a promising treatment for pediatric infections. This antibiotic demonstrated high clinical and bacteriological efficacy with minimal side effects in young patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Pharmacology
- Clinical Therapeutics
Background:
- Antibiotic resistance necessitates novel drug delivery systems.
- Ceftizoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin with broad-spectrum activity.
- Suppository formulations offer an alternative administration route for pediatric patients.
Observation:
- Ceftizoxime suppository (CZX-S) was administered to 19 children with various infections.
- Infections treated included respiratory tract, urinary tract, and otitis media.
- Dosing ranged from 18-83 mg/kg/day, divided into 2-3 administrations.
Findings:
- Excellent clinical response was observed in 12 patients, with good response in 6.
- Bacteriological eradication occurred in 11 strains, with reduction in 3.
- No severe adverse events were reported, indicating a favorable safety profile.
Implications:
- Ceftizoxime suppository presents a viable and effective therapeutic option for pediatric infections.
- The suppository form may improve patient compliance and accessibility in pediatric care.
- Further research could explore CZX-S in broader pediatric populations and infection types.
Abstract:
Ceftizoxime suppository (CZX-S) was given to 19 children with infections, including upper and lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections and otitis media at dose level of 18-83 mg/kg/day divided into 2-3 times. Clinical response was excellent in 12 patients, good in 6 patients and poor in 1 patient. Bacteriological response was eradicated in 11 strains, decreased in 3 strains and unchanged in 4 strains. No severe side effects were observed with this drug. These results obtained suggest that CZX-S should be a useful antibiotic in treatment of infections in pediatric field.