Cefotaxim Mip Pharma
Cefotaxim MIP Pharma is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
Form
injektio-/infuusiokuiva-aine liuosta varten
Strength
2 g
Active Ingredient
Cefotaxime sodium
Manufacturer
MIP Pharma GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and adolescents over 12 years usually take 2-6 g of cefotaxim per day, divided into two doses given 12 hours apart. The dose may vary based on the infection's severity.
Method
This medicine is always given by a healthcare professional. It is dissolved in sterile water or another suitable liquid, then given as an injection into a vein (infusion) or sometimes into a muscle for certain infections.
Important
For severe infections, the maximum daily dose for adults and adolescents is 12 g.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Pain at the injection site when given into a muscle.
RARE
- •Seizures, fever.
- •Diarrhea.
- •Skin redness, hives (urticaria), itching (pruritus).
- •Changes in the number of certain blood cells (e.g., increase in eosinophils, decrease in white blood cells or platelets).
- •Increase in liver enzymes.
- •Temporary 'healing crisis' with sudden fever and chills (Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction).
- •Kidney problems and increased creatinine levels in the blood.
- •Pain, swelling, and redness along the vein at the injection site.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to cefotaxim or similar antibiotics (cephalosporins, penicillins).
- Stop treatment and see a doctor immediately if you develop severe skin reactions, such as widespread rash, blistering, peeling skin, or sores in the mouth or eyes.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe, persistent diarrhea during or after treatment; do not take anti-diarrhea medicine without consulting a doctor.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems.
- Seek medical advice if you notice confusion, unusual movements, or seizures after taking this medicine.
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- If you are on a low-salt diet, consider the sodium content of this medicine.