Cefotaxim
Drug name: Cefotaxim]
Other names used:
- Claforan®
Active Ingredients:
- Cefotaxime
Therapeutic actions: Cefotaxime belongs to a group of that work by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. That in turn leads to lysis of the cell due to the effect of organisms autolytic enzymes.
Indications: The is indicated in treatment of the following condition
- Respiratory tract infections
- Skin an done infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Meningitis
Active against many gram-negative bacilli, gram-positive cocci and penicillin resistant pneumococci.
Contraindications and cautions: Cefotaxim should not be used in the following condition:
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Diabetes
- Hear disease
- Colitis or any other abdominal disorder.
- to any components of the preparation
- Lactation period
The belongs to FDA pregnancy category B so it can be used during pregnancy after a consultation with your doctor.
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Cefotaxime will experience it or any other. The serious side-effects include:
- reactions
- Severe diarrhea
- Pain, irritation, rash, severe ithcing in the location of injection
- Muscle weakness, rash, numbness
- Heart beat changes
- symptoms
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Fever, headache, red skin rash
- Jaundice
- Seizures
Less serious side effects are:
- Pain, irritation at the injection site
- Abdominal problems: vomiting, nausea, pain
- Headaches
- Vaginal discharge
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Cefotaxim, please read the information provided with Cefotaxime or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and medicines, before you start treatment with Cefotaxim. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially mention the following drugs:
Other antibiotics: Anti-mycotics; Uricosuric
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Cefotaxime with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
