Cafirate Oral Solution 3ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Caffeine 20 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTIONCAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION contains Caffeine which belongs to the group of medicines called CNS stimulants. It is used to manage primary apnea (episodes of interrupted breathing) in premature babies. Primary apnea in premature babies happens due to immature development of baby’s breathing centers. CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION has been s
Uses
OF CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION Manage primary apnea (episodes of interrupted breathing) in premature babies Manage and manages bronchopulmonary dysplasia (airway damage) in premature babies
How It Works
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is a CNS stimulant. It works by stimulating a part of the brain that controls breathing. As a result, the brain transfers a lot of breathing signals to the lungs which makes the lungs breathe more deeper and faster. It also increases the number of breathing cycles, manages the airway damage and reduces the need for mechanical ventilation.
Directions for Use
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION will be administered orally (via gastric feeding tube) to your child only by a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for your child based on their gestational age, body weight and health condition.
Side Effects
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTIONCOMMON Fast or irregular heart rate Increased blood sugar levels Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following side effects in your child after CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is administered: Severe bloody stools Fits Blood infections (sepsis) Allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, redness, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or threating and breathing difficulties)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSBREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedIf you are the mother of the premature infant who receives the management, you must not drink coffee or take foods which has high caffeine content. This is because the caffeine taken by the breastfeeding mother may pass through the breast milk to the nursing premature infant who is already receiving caffeine therapy and may lead to an overdosage. KIDNEYUse with CautionCAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION should be used with caution in babies with kidney problems. Therefore, inform your doctor as a precaution. LIVERUse with CautionCAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION should be used with caution in babies with liver problems. Therefore, inform your doctor as a precaution. ALLERGYContraindicatedIf your child is allergic to caffeine, kindly inform your doctor before CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is administered to the child. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionCAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION should be used with caution in babies with heart problems (such as irregular heart rate). Therefore, inform your doctor as a precaution. USE IN PEDIATRICSSafeCAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION can be used in premature infants born between 28-33 gestation weeks (7-8 months of pregnancy) under careful medical supervision. OTHERSBefore CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is administered to the baby, kindly inform the doctor if your baby suffers from any of the following conditions: fits frequent regurgitation (spitting up of milk or food) increased urination slow or reduced weight gain or food intake increased caffeine intake by the mother before the baby is delivered use of antiepileptic medicines by the mother during her pregnancy
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is administered to the child, kindly inform the doctor if your child is given any of the following medicines as a precaution: other medicines that help in breathing (Ex. theophylline, doxapram) medicines used to control fits (such as phenobarbitone or phenytoin) taken by the mother during pregnancy before delivering the baby ketoconazole (a medicine used to manage fungal infections) medicines used to manage stomach ulcers (such as omeprazole, pantoprazole, rabeprazole, ranitidine, famotidine, cimetidine, etc.) Overdosage: CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION will be administered only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor if you notice fits or any other side effects in your child. SYNOPSIS Drug : Caffeine Pharmacological Category : Methylxanthines Therapeutic Indication : Apnea of prematurity in infants Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Oral solution, Suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION out of reach of children Store CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Cafirate Oral Solution 3ml.
What is the use of CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION?
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is used to manage primary apnea (episodes of interrupted breathing) in premature babies. It can also be used to manage bronchopulmonary dysplasia (airway damage) among premature babies.
How CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION helps in breathing problems?
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is a CNS stimulant. It works by stimulating a part of the brain that controls breathing. As a result, the brain transfers a lot of breathing signals to the lungs which makes the lungs breathe more deeper and faster. It also increases the number of breathing cycles, manages the airway damage and reduces the need for mechanical ventilation.
Is CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION safe for use in children?
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION can be used in premature infants born between 28-33 gestation weeks (7-8 months of pregnancy) under careful medical supervision.
Why newborn babies suffer from apnea?
Primary apnea in premature babies happens due to immature development of baby’s breathing centers.
What are the side effects of CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION?
The most common side effect of CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION is fast or irregular heart rate. Consult your doctor if it worsens.
Is CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION effective?
CAFIRATE ORAL 20MG SOLUTION effectively improves breathing among infants suffering from apnea of prematurity. It works by stimulating a part of the brain that controls breathing. It also increases the number of breathing cycles, manages the airway damage and reduces the need for mechanical ventilation.
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DETAILS Written By Srilekha. R
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
27 Mar 2023