Cefotax 500 MG Injection

Cefotax 500 MG Injection is a part of the class of medicines called cephalosporin. This broad spectrum antibiotic cures wide variety of infections of lungs, brain and bones that are caused by bacteria. This medication specifically treats joint infections, meningitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, pneumonia, sepsis, urinary tract infections, gonorrhea, and cellulitis. It is administered into the body by injecting it either into a vein or a muscle. In some cases, it can also cause pain at the injection site.

It is advised not to take this medicine if you are hypersensitive to Cefotax 500 MG Injection or other medication belonging to the category of cephalosporins. Some medical conditions and diseases can also interact with it, so inform your doctor about it. Cefotax 500 MG Injection can cause a few side effects like inflammation at the site of infusion, nausea and vomiting, rash, diarrhoea, pruritus, or fever. The dosage prescribed by your doctor would be based on your age, weight, kidney function, other medications you are taking and how you respond to this medication. Continue this medication for the prescribed duration, even if the symptoms seem to disappear after few days. Discontinuing the medication too early may result in recurrence of the infection.

• Bacterial Meningitis

  Cefotax 500 MG Injection treats meningitis, which is an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis.

• Bacterial Septicemia

  Cefotax 500 MG Injection helps in treating septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Gonococcal Infection

  It is used to cure gonococcal infection which is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

• Urinary Tract Infection

  It treats infections of the urinary tract caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Pneumonia

  Cefotax 500 MG Injection is used to cure community-acquired pneumonia. It is a common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Bone And Joint Infections

  Cefotax 500 MG Injection is used to cure bone and joint infections like septic arthritis and osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

• Skin And Structure Infection

  Cefotax 500 MG Injection helps in treating Skin and structure infection like cellulitis, wound infection and cutaneous abscess caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

• Allergy

  This medication should not be used by the patient if he has a known history of allergy to it or any other medication belonging to Cephalosporins.

• Abdominal Pain

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Diarrhoea

• Dizziness

• Increased Heart Rate

• Skin Rash

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Blurred Vision

• Fever With Chills

• Loss Of Appetite

• Seizures

• Pain At The Injection Site

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medicine is excreted largely in urine and the effect lasts for a duration of 4 to 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes of intramuscular injection.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Limited data is available on the use of this medicine in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine can be used by breastfeeding women. Small amount of this medicine is excreted in human breast milk. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea or thrush is necessary.

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

• Novatax 500 MG Injection

  Cipla Ltd

• C Tax 500 MG Injection

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Oritaxim 500 MG Injection

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Taxim 500 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Claforan 500 MG Injection

  Sanofi India Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Cefotax 500 MG Injection belongs to the third generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin binding proteins which would inhibit 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

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Amikacin

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur if you have a kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered under the doctor's supervision.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not achieve if these medicines are used together. Suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered under the doctor's supervision.

  Cholera Vaccine

  Avoid cholera vaccine if the you had received Cefotax 500 MG Injection within 14 days before vaccination. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Furosemide

  You may experiences nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, fluid retention, and weakness. If these medicines are used together. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Colitis

  Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking Cefotax 500 MG Injection. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

  Seizure Disorders

  Use with caution if you have any seizure disorder or a family history of seizures. Discontinue if seizure is due to Cefotax 500 MG Injection. Start with suitable anticonvulsant medicine if it is clinically indicated.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.