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Claforan (0.5g) 2ml, 1 Vial Injection
- Manufacturer Sanofi-Aventis
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Generic Name
Cefotaxime 0.5G
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Product Information
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Description
Cefotaxime exerts its bactericidal action through inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis, thus preventing bacterial cell growth.
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Ingredients
Cefotaxime 0.5G
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Drug Class
Beta-lactam Antibiotics
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Dosage Form
injection
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Uses
Cefotaxime is utilized for the following therapeutic indications:
- Treatment of severe infections caused by susceptible gram-negative bacteria
- Respiratory tract infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Meningitis
- Sepsis
- Intra-abdominal infections
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Dosage
Follow these dosage instructions:
Adult Dosage
Uncomplicated infections
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In case of Overdose
Overdose symptoms may include weakness, cold feelings, pale skin, blue lips, or seizures (convulsions). Seek medical help if you think you have taken too much of this medicine.
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Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.
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How To Use
You can get Cefotaxime through a quick injection into the vein or by a slow infusion, or you can also inject it into the muscle. The doctor will decide how much to give, how to give it, and how often based on how bad the infection is, what kind of germs are causing it, and how the patient is doing.
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When Not to Use
If someone is highly sensitive or allergic to cefotaxime, they should not use this medication at all. Also, if a person is allergic to penicillin or other cephalosporins, they should steer clear of cefotaxime too.
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Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Pain, swelling
- Rash, pruritis, anaphylaxis
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Pseudomembranous Colitis
- Headache
- Elevation in liver enzymes
- Elevation in BUN and creatinine
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Precautions & Warnings
You should practice these cautions before taking the medicine:
- Talk to your doctor if you have hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to any of the components in the medicine.
- This medicine usually does not pose a threat during pregnancy or lactation. However, you should consult your doctor before using this medication.
- Talk to your doctor if you have a kidney or liver disease.
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Drug Interactions
Ask your doctor about any possible drug interactions, and discuss every medicine you have been taking.
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Storage/Disposal
Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.
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Control Drug
No
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Quick Tips, if any
Always follow your doctor's advice, and never self-medicate.
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