Cefaxone 500 MG Injection

Cefaxone 500 MG Injection belongs to the class of medications known as cephalosporin antibiotics, used to cure bacterial infections. It is administered to the patient in the form of an injection. It can treat infections caused by bacteria such as gonorrhea (infection of female reproductive organ), pelvic inflammatory disease and also infections of lungs, skin, blood, bones, joints and abdomen. It is also known to treat urinary tract infection.

This medication comes in the form of powder which is mixed with liquid and then injected intravenously (into a vein) over a period of 30 to 60 minutes. However, sometimes it is also injected into a muscle. It is usually injected as a single dose but multiple times with a gap of 4 to 14 days between doses is also given in some cases.

This medication should always be taken under the guidance of a doctor. There are some other precautions that should be taken. Make sure you do not have any allergy to the ingredients of Cefaxone 500 MG Injection. Inform the consulting doctor about any other prescribed medications or dietary supplement that you are consuming in combination with Cefaxone 500 MG Injection. Also inform your doctor about any history of liver disease, kidney disease or digestive problems. Cefaxone 500 MG Injection should be kept under a cool temperature, away from direct sunlight. It should be kept out of the reach of children and pets.

• Bacterial Meningitis

• Bacterial Septicemia

• Gonococcal Infection

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Pneumonia

• Bone And Joint Infections

• Skin And Structure Infection

• Allergy

  This medication should not be used if you have a history of allergy to it.

• Heart Failure

  This medication is not recommended for usage if you suffer from a moderate to severe heart failure.

• Hypoglycemia

• Bloody And Cloudy Urine

• Painful Urination

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Difficulty To Breath

• Irregular Heart Beat

• Weight Gain

• Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

• Headache

• Fracture of Bones

• Severe Muscle Pain

• Disorder of Tooth

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for 24 hours after the initial action has begun.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication occurs rapidly after being administered in the body.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use by women who are pregnant or are planning for pregnancy in near future. Doctor consultation is necessary.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies are reported for this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding. The risk of adverse effect is high in infants and hence the potential benefits and risks should be considered before using this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cefaxone 500 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Cefast 500 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not take two doses within a day to make up for the previous day's missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Appropriate supportive measures should be initiated immediately if the symptoms are severe.

This medication belongs to the third generation cephalosporins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin binding proteins which would stop the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Ethanol

  This medication is not known to interact with alcohol. However, consultation of doctor is advised.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication should not be used in combination with Amikacin, Cholera Vaccine, Ethinyl Estradiol and Cyclosporine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication should be used with caution in patients suffering from Colitis or have any history of Seizure disorders.