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C Tax 125 MG Injection

Manufactured byZuventus Healthcare Ltd.
ContainsCefotaxime
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

C Tax 125 MG Injection is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the lungs, joint, bone, blood, skin, and urinary tract - the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra. It is also used to treat a sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. This medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Side effects of C Tax 125 MG Injection are diarrhoea, pain at the injection site, headache, weakness, and dizziness. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. It is administered into your vein or muscle by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Your doctor will determine how much cefotaxime sodium injection dose you need each day and how often the injections should be given. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for C Tax 125 MG Injection

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for C Tax 125 MG Injection

Stomach pain

Black or tarry stools

Diarrhoea

Dizziness

Increased heartbeat

Skin rash

Difficult or painful urination

Blurred vision

Fever with chills

Loss of appetite

Pain at the injection site

Uses of C Tax 125 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial Septicemia

Bacterial septicemia is an infection of the blood caused by bacteria. In this infection, the immune system that protects you from many illnesses releases a lot of chemicals into your blood. These toxins are carried through the bloodstream to your entire body leading to organ damage. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used for the treatment of bacterial septicemia.

Gonorrhoea

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads during vaginal, oral, or anal sex without a condom or other barrier method. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat the gonococcal infection.

Urinary Tract Infection

An infection in any part of your urinary system- the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and woman are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTI's can occur as complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Complicated UTI's are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria (the bacteria may become non-responsive to more than one antibiotic) and can occur due to structural and functional abnormalities of the urinary tract. Uncomplicated urinary tract infection is an infection of the urinary tract in a healthy individual with a normal and functional urinary tract and no known reasons to develop a UTI. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Community-Acquired Pneumonia

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

Bacteremia

Bacteremia is the presence of bacteria in the blood. Bacteria can sometimes enter your bloodstream from dental or medical procedures, or from infections. If this condition left untreated it can lead to septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by bacteria. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used for the treatment of bacteremia.

Surgical prophylaxis

Some patients may develop certain infections associated with surgery. C Tax 125 MG Injection may be used before surgery, during a surgical procedure, or after the surgery to prevent infections associated with a surgical procedure.

Bacterial Meningitis

Bacterial meningitis is an infection of the meninges, the protective layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. It starts when bacteria get into your bloodstream and travel to your brain and spinal cord. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat bacterial meningitis.

Intra-abdominal Infections

Intra-abdominal infection (IAI) describes several infections. It includes peritonitis (swelling of the peritoneum-lining of the abdominal wall), pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas- an organ located behind the lower part of the stomach), diverticulitis (swelling of diverticula- one or more small pouches in the intestine), cholecystitis (swelling of the gallbladder-a small digestive organ that sits just under the liver), and cholangitis (swelling of the bile duct system). C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat infections occurring within the abdomen caused by bacteria.

Bone and Joint infections

Bone and joint infections occur in the bones and joints. Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone and septic arthritis is an infection in a joint. These infections can occur due to a bone/joint injury or through blood by which bacteria, virus, or fungi invade a bone/joint. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis and septic arthritis caused by bacteria.

Skin and Soft tissue infections

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat all skin infections infected wounds, folliculitis, abscesses, cellulitis, ulcers, etc. including abscess caused by bacteria.

Pelvic inflammatory disease

Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection of the female reproductive organs caused by bacteria like Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoea, etc. In this infection, the bacteria first enter the vagina and move into the pelvic organs- fallopian tubes, ovaries, cervix, and the uterus, causing infection. C Tax 125 MG Injection is used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of cefotaxime injection starts immediately after the administration. You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after receiving this injection.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of cefotaxime injection lasts for an average duration of approximately 24 hours.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

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

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for C Tax 125 MG Injection.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    C Tax 125 MG Injection is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when received by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    C Tax 125 MG Injection is may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

Allergy

Avoid using C Tax 125 MG Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Some patients may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

C Tax 125 MG Injection is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when received by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

C Tax 125 MG Injection is may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

The entire course of treatment with C Tax 125 MG Injection should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Diarrhoea

C Tax 125 MG Injection can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.

Sodium

C Tax 125 MG Injection contains sodium in it and therefore it should be used with caution in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension (high blood pressure), and fluid retention.

Allergic reactions

C Tax 125 MG Injection is likely to cause allergic skin reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, or severe itching/swelling, especially on the face.

Missed Dose

Since C Tax 125 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since C Tax 125 MG Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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

Instructions

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

Interaction with Medicine

Amikacin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal Diseases

C Tax 125 MG Injection can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use this medicine with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Seizure disorders

A seizure is a brain disorder that occurs due to sudden neurological disturbances which results mainly in behavioural changes. Use C Tax 125 MG Injection with caution in patients with seizures or fits because it can trigger the condition. Seizure medicines should be continued in patients with a known seizure disorder. Dose adjustment for C Tax 125 MG Injection might be required in some patients.

Kidney Disease

C Tax 125 MG Injection is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Patients with kidney dysfunction need special consideration while receiving C Tax 125 MG Injection due to the increased risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Liver Disease

C Tax 125 MG Injection may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Patients with liver diseases need special consideration while using C Tax 125 MG Injection due to the risk of liver damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
C Tax 125 MG Injection be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly. Cefotaxime inj is used to treat bacterial infections. Cefotaxime injection price may vary based on the strengths.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

C Tax 125 MG Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the microorganism, eventually killing it.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Third generation cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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