Cetaxim 250250mg
Injection
Globe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | SAFE Consuming alcohol with Cetaxim 250 does not cause any harmful side effects. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cetaxim 250 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, t... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cetaxim 250 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is no... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Cetaxim 250 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Cetaxim 250 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetaxim 250 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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| Liver | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cetaxim 250 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cetaxim 250 is recommended. |
Introduction
Cetaxim 250 is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary t... View More
Uses of Cetaxim 250
- Bacterial infections
Side effects of Cetaxim 250
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Nausea
- Injection site reaction
- Diarrhea
How to use Cetaxim 250
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Cetaxim 250 works
Cetaxim 250 is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for th... View More
What if you forget to take Cetaxim 250?
If you miss a dose of Cetaxim 250, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to yo... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed Cetaxim 250 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 Cetaxim 250 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 st... View More
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cetaxim 250 as it may cause increased side effects.
Indication
Pneumonia, Meningitis, Peritonitis, Pelvic inflammatory disease, Endometritis, Pelvic cellulitis, Gonorrhea, Skin and skin structure infections, Respira... View More
Administration
IV Preparation Intermittent injection: Reconstitute 1 or 2 g with 10 mL SWI Infusion: Reconstitute infusion bottles with 50 or 100 mL NS or D5W IM:... View More
Adult Dose
Adult: Infections Caused by Susceptible Organisms Uncomplicated: 1 g IV or IM q12hr Moderate to severe: 1-2 g IV or IM q8hr More serious (bloodstre... View More
Child Dose
Children: IV, IM 50–180 mg/kg/day q6–8h 200–225 mg/kg/day for meningitis q6h Neonates: The recommended dosage is 50 mg/kg/day in 2 to 4 divided dos... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Severe: After an initial loading dose of 1 g, half the daily dose w/o changing the frequency.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins.
Mode of Action
Cefotaxime binds to one or more of the penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) which inhibits the final transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in b... View More
Precaution
History of penicillin allergy; colitis; impaired renal function; pregnancy, lactation. Lactation: Drug enters breast milk; use with caution
Side Effect
Colitis, Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine, Elevated hepatic transaminases, Fever. Pain at inj site; hypersensitivity reactions, rash, ... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: B Lactation: Drug enters breast milk; use with caution
Interaction
Probenecid decreases cefotaxime elimination. Potentially Fatal: Nephrotoxicity with furosemide and aminoglycosides.
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More