Taxim 500 MG Injection

Taxim 500 MG Injection, is a cephalosporin antibiotic, a type of 'broad spectrum' anti-biotic which acts against numerous Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. This medicine is primarily prescribed for treatment of susceptible infection in respiratory tract, skin and skin structure.

Specifically it 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.

The recommended dose in adults is 0.5 grams a day to 12 grams divided into multiple doses per day. It is advised not to take this medicine if one is hypersensitive to Taxim 500 MG Injection or other cephalosporins. Some medical conditions may interact with it, so inform your doctor if you have any of the medical conditions mentioned below :

• If you are pregnant or planning to soon be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• If you are already taking any medication, dietary supplement or herbal preparation.
• If you are allergic to food, medicines or other any other substances.
• If you have had a history of stomach or bowel problems, kidney problems or poor nutrition.

Taxim 500 MG Injection can cause a few side effects like pain and inflammation at the site of injection/infusion, nausea and vomiting, rash, diarrhoea, pruritus, or fever. The dose your doctor recommends will be based on your age, weight, kidney function, other medications you are taking and how you respond to this medicine.

Continue this medication for the full time prescribed, even if the symptoms seem to disappear after few days. Discontinuing the medication too early may result in recurrance of the infection.

• Bacterial Meningitis

• Bacterial Septicemia

• Gonococcal Infection

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Pneumonia

• Osteomyelitis

• Respiratory Tract Infection

• Allergy

• Rash

• Pruritus

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Colitis

• Urticaria

• Neutropenia

• Thrombocytopenia

• Headache

• Fever

• Seizures

• Cholestasis

• 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 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.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consumption of alcohol along with this medicine does not cause any harmful side effects.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine might affect the patients alertness and hence cause blurring vision or make your sleepy or dizziness. If any of these symptoms occur, do not drive.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Moderate dosage reduction is recommended in severe liver disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken while taking this medicine. Adjustment of the dose is needed. Dosing interval in renal impairment:

  • Clcr 10-50 mL/minute: Administer every 8-12 hours
  • Clcr <10 mL/minute: Administer every 24 hours
  • Hemodialysis: Moderately dialyzable

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

• Oritaxim 500 MG Injection

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Claforan 500 MG Injection

  Sanofi India Ltd

• X-Ceff 500 MG Injection

  Lupin Ltd

• Zetaxim 500 MG Injection

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Taxim 375 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. A dose should be skipped if the time of the second scheduled dose is near.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected. Immediate medical attention may be needed in such situation.

Belonging to the second generation cephalosporins, This medication works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the 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

  This medication is not known to interact with alcohol. Doctor consultation is recommended.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate (Benedict's solution, Clinitest®, Fehling's solution), false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Increased effect: Probenecid may decrease cephalosporin elimination.
  • Increased toxicity: Furosemide, aminoglycosides may be a possible additive to nephrotoxicity.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Modify dosage in patients with severe renal impairment; prolonged use may result in superinfection; a potentially life-threatening arrhythmia has been reported in patients who received a rapid bolus injection via central line.
  • Use caution in patients with colitis; minimize tissue inflammation by changing infusion sites when needed.
  • Use with caution in patients with a history of penicillin allergy especially IgE-mediated reactions (eg, anaphylaxis, urticaria); may cause antibiotic-associated colitis or colitis secondary to C. difficile.

• Ques : What is taxim 500 mg injection?

  Ans : Taxim injection is an antibiotic drug which has Cefotaxime as an active ingredient present in it.

• Ques : What are the uses of taxim 500 mg injection?

  Ans : Taxim is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Bacterial Meningitis and Gynecologic infections.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of taxim 500 mg injection?

  Ans : The side effects include Skin rashes, Abdominal pain, diarrhea, Dizziness, and painful urination.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal taxim 500 mg injection?

  Ans : Taxim 500 mg should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and animals.