Manufacturer: Nippon Seiyaku Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefotaxime(1gm)
Gramotaz 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash and diarrhea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
This injection acts by interrupting the cell wall synthesis in bacteria thereby inhibits the growth of bacteria responsible for the infection.
Its pharmacokinetic property includes a small volume of distribution with low protein binding. Cefotaxime's half-life is approximately 1.1 h, and it is primarily eliminated by the kidney. It has an active metabolite desacetyl-cefotaxime that displays pharmacokinetic properties similar to cefotaxime.
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 Nepotax
Rash
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea
Hypersensitivity to cefotaxime is an absolute contraindication to its use. Patients with known allergies to penicillin or other cephalosporins should also avoid cefotaxime.
Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Cefotaxime is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is FDA-approved and indicated to treat gram-positive, gram-negative, and anaerobic organisms of susceptible strains causing pneumonia, urinary tract infections, cervicitis, endometritis, urethritis, and sepsis.
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Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Gramotaz 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection the same as penicillin?
No, Gramotaz 1gm Injection is not the same as penicillin. Gramotaz 1gm Injection belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection treat?
Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection effective?
Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Gramotaz 1gm Injection administered?
Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Gramotaz 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. Gramotaz 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 Gramotaz 1gm Injection take to work?
Usually, Gramotaz 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.
