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Desatax 250 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Other than this, Desatax 250 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Desatax 250 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Desatax 250 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Desatax 250 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Desatax 250 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Desatax 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Desatax 250 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Desatax 250 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Desatax 250 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Desatax 250 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Desatax 250 Injection is used to treat the following -
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Desatax 250 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Desatax 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Desatax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Desatax 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Desatax does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Desatax 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Desatax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Desatax 250 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Desatax on the liver.
What is the effect of Desatax 250 Injection on the Heart?
Desatax is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Desatax 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Desatax 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Desatax 250 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Desatax 250 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Desatax 250 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Desatax 250 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Desatax 250 Injection
It is safe to take Desatax 250 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Desatax 250 Injection
Information about the interaction of Desatax 250 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Desatax can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Desatax does not covers mrsa (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Desatax.
No, Desatax does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension) at regular doses. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Desatax is a brand name of cefotaxime and it comes in different forms such as tablet and injections. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of septicemia, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhoea.
Desatax is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria die.
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