Desatax 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Desatax 500 Injection Information

Desatax 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Desatax 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Desatax 500 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Desatax 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Desatax 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Desatax 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Desatax 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Desatax 500 Injection related warnings section.

Desatax 500 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 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Desatax 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Desatax 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Desatax Benefits & Uses
Desatax Dosage & How to Take
Desatax Side Effects
Desatax Related Warnings
Desatax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Desatax
Desatax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Desatax 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Desatax 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Desatax 500 Injection Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Desatax 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Desatax 500 Injection is used -

Severe

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Moderate

Colitis
Vaginal inflammation

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache

Desatax 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Desatax 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Desatax is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Desatax 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Desatax does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Desatax 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Desatax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Desatax 500 Injection on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Desatax on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Desatax 500 Injection on the Heart?

Desatax is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Desatax 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Desatax 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Desatax 500 Injection

Is this Desatax 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Desatax 500 Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Desatax 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Desatax 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Desatax 500 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Desatax 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Desatax 500 Injection

It is safe to take Desatax 500 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Desatax 500 Injection

Information about the interaction of Desatax 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Desatax 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Desatax with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Desatax cover mrsa infections?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Desatax does not covers mrsa (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Desatax.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Desatax cause low blood pressure?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Desatax?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Desatax bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

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.