Sifotaxim 1gm Injection
Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 ml in 1 vial
28.50

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Cefotaxime (1gm)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Sifotaxim 1gm Injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Sifotaxim 1gm Injection is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Sifotaxim 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

Sifotaxim 1gm Injection may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Sifotaxim 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sifotaxim 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

SAFE
Liver
SAFE

Sifotaxim 1gm Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Sifotaxim 1gm Injection is recommended.

Cefotaxime   1gm

Uses of Sifotaxim Injection
Sifotaxim 1gm Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infectionsIt is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.

How to use Sifotaxim Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Sifotaxim Injection works
Sifotaxim 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.

Expert advice for Sifotaxim Injection
Your doctor has prescribed Sifotaxim to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Sifotaxim and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. If you're on blood thinners, Sifotaxim can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is cefotaxime a sulfa, penicillin or broad spectrum antibiotic?
Cefotaxime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a third generation, broad spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic

Q. Is cefotaxime compatible with potassium and TPN?
Yes, cefotaxime can be given with potassium and TPN (total parenteral nutrition)

Q. Is Sifotaxim ototoxic (toxic to the ear)?
No, Sifotaxim is not an ototoxic drug when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin), it may increase ototoxicity

Q. Is Sifotaxim bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Sifotaxim is a bactericidal agent

Q. What organisms does Sifotaxim cover?
Sifotaxim is active against Escherichia coli, group A and B streptococci, pseudomonas and staphylococcus bacteria. In some cases, Streptococcus pneumonia may show resistance to the drug. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).