Cefaxone 1g Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Cefaxone 1g Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Cefaxone 1g Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefaxone 1g Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefaxone 1g Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cefaxone 1g Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefaxone 1g Injection related warnings talks about Cefaxone 1g Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Cefaxone 1g Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Cefaxone 1g Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cefaxone 1g Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefaxone 1g Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefaxone 1g Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefaxone 1g Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Cefaxone 1g Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefaxone Injection in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefaxone 1g Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cefaxone Injection on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Cefaxone 1g Injection on the Kidneys?
Cefaxone Injection may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefaxone 1g Injection on the Liver?
Cefaxone Injection is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefaxone 1g Injection on the Heart?
Using Cefaxone Injection does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefaxone 1g Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefaxone 1g Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefaxone 1g Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefaxone 1g Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefaxone 1g Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cefaxone 1g Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefaxone 1g Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefaxone 1g Injection
Taking Cefaxone 1g Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefaxone 1g Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefaxone 1g Injection with alcohol will be.
Yes, Cefaxone Injection is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Occasionally Cefaxone Injection can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Cefaxone Injection is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Cefaxone Injection is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Cefaxone Injection does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
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