Claforan Iv/Im Injection 1G (1 Box = 1 Injection)

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Cefotaxime Sodium

Used For

Bacterial Infection

How it works

In vitro studies indicate that the antibacterial action of Cefotaxime sodium results from inhibition of cell wall synthesis. It is stable against the action of most ß-lactamases.

Dosage

Cefotaxime Sodium

Side Effects

Headache , Colitis, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting , Moniliasis, vaginitis , Rash, pruritus, fever .

Drug Interactions

Probenecid , furosemide, aminoglycosides

Indication

Cefotaxime for injection may be indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of micro-organisms.

When not to Use

It is contraindicated in patients who have shown hypersensitivity to cefotaxime sodium, the cephalosporin or the penicillin groups of antibiotics.

Precaution

Prolonged use of medicine may result in the overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms. Constant evaluation of the patient's condition is essential. If superinfection occurs, therapy should be discontinued and appropriate measures taken.

Warning 1

Cefotaxime Sodium should be prescribed with caution in individuals with a history of lower gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.

Warning 2

Cefotaxime, like other parenteral anti-infective drugs, may be locally irritating to tissues. In most cases, perivascular extravasation of cefotaxime responds to changing of the infusion site.

Warning 3

As with other ß-lactam antibiotics, granulocytopenia, leukopenia, neutropenia and, more rarely, bone marrow failure, pancytopenia, or agranulocytosis may develop during treatment with Cefotaxime. For courses of treatment lasting longer than 10 days, blood counts should therefore be monitored and treatment discontinuation should be considered in case of abnormal results .

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.