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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 500 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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Is the use of Desatax 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Desatax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Desatax 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Desatax does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Desatax 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Desatax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Desatax 500 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Desatax on the liver.
What is the effect of Desatax 500 Injection on the Heart?
Desatax is completely safe for the heart.
Desatax 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
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 -
Is this Desatax 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Desatax 500 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 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Desatax 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Desatax 500 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Desatax 500 Injection
It is safe to take Desatax 500 Injection with food.
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.
Discontinuing Desatax on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Desatax is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
Yes, Desatax is used to treat meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitides. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
Yes, Desatax covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.
Yes, Desatax is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as fever, rash, diarrhoea, and itching. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)