Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Ceftriaxone(500mg)
Vial of 5ml Injection
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Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. 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. This medicine will be given to you 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 returning or worsening of infection.
Ceftriaxone works by inhibiting the mucopeptide synthesis in the bacterial cell wall. The beta-lactam moiety of ceftriaxone binds to carboxypeptidases, endopeptidases, and transpeptidases in the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane. These enzymes are involved in cell-wall synthesis and cell division.
Pharmacokinetics. Absorption: Ceftriaxone can be administered intravenously and intramuscularly, and the drug is completely absorbed. It is not available orally. Distribution: Ceftriaxone penetrates tissues and body fluids well, including cerebrospinal fluid to treat central nervous system infections.
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 Cefaxone
Diarrhea
Abnormal liver function tests
Rash
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Consuming alcohol with Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Use with caution
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Contraindicated
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
DRUG-DISEASE INTERACTION: CEFAXONE INJECTION 1GM may have interactions with colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), hyperbilirubinemia (excess bilirubin in the blood), gall bladder disease, pancreatitis, seizures, kidney and liver disease
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Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection safe?
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How long does Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection take to work?
Usually, Cefaxone 0.5gm 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.
Q. Who should not take Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection?
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gall bladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, do not take Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection without consulting your doctor to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Cefaxone 0.5gm 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. For how long does Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Q. Is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection effective?
Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection administered?
Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 the maximum benefit from Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection.
