Manufacturer: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefotaxime(1gm)
Vial of 10ml Injection
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Cefatal 1gm Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
Cefatal 1gm Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional
The pharmacokinetics of cefotaxime after intramuscular injection and intravenous infusion were determined. The mean peak serum level after the 500-mg intramuscular dose was 11.7 micrograms/ml, and it was 20.5 micrograms/ml after a 1,000-mg dose. The serum half-life was 1.2 and 1.3 h, respectively for the two doses.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cefatal
Rash
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea
Who should not take CLAFORAN?
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
inflammation of the large intestine.
severe renal impairment.
Cefatal 1gm Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Consuming alcohol with Cefatal 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Use with caution
Cefatal 1gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefatal 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Use with caution Below 9years: Contraindicated
Cefatal 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.
There are 6 disease interactions with cefotaxime which include:
colitis.
renal dysfunction.
sodium.
dialysis.
liver disease.
seizure disorders.
Adults: 400 mg once daily for 5 - 10 days Dose is determined on the basis of severity of the infection, type of infecting organism.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cefatal 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cefatal 1gm Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Cefatal 1gm Injection 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Cefatal 1gm Injection the same as penicillin?
No, Cefatal 1gm Injection is not the same as penicillin. Cefatal 1gm Injection belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Cefatal 1gm Injection is active against numerous gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including several with resistance to other antibiotics such as penicillin.
Q. What kind of infections does Cefatal 1gm Injection treat?
Cefatal 1gm Injection is an antibiotic used to treat conditions such as lower respiratory tract infections (related to the lungs, windpipe and airways), skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, and meningitis (brain related).
Q. Is Cefatal 1gm Injection effective?
Cefatal 1gm Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cefatal 1gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Cefatal 1gm Injection administered?
Cefatal 1gm Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Cefatal 1gm Injection.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Cefatal 1gm Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can the use of Cefatal 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cefatal 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. Cefatal 1gm Injection is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. How long does Cefatal 1gm Injection take to work?
Usually, Cefatal 1gm Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
