Consuming alcohol with Cefot 250 IV/IM does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefot 250 IV/IM 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefot 250 IV/IM 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 Cefot 250 IV/IM, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
UNSAFE
Cefot 250 IV/IM may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Cefot 250 IV/IM should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefot 250 IV/IM may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefot 250 IV/IM is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cefot 250 IV/IM is recommended.
Medicine Overview of Cefot 250 IV/IM 250mg/vial Injection
Introduction
Cefot 250 IV/IM 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 inf...
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Uses of Cefot 250 IV/IM
Bacterial infections
Side effects of Cefot 250 IV/IM
Common
Rash
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea
How to use Cefot 250 IV/IM
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Cefot 250 IV/IM works
Cefot 250 IV/IM is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
What if you forget to take Cefot 250 IV/IM?
If you miss a dose of Cefot 250 IV/IM, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Cefot 250 IV/IM 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 tr...
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Discontinue Cefot 250 IV/IM and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty...
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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 bloo...
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefot 250 IV/IM as it may cause increased side effects.
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
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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 (bloodst...
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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 d...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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