Effimax: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Effimax Benefits & Uses

Effimax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Effimax 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)

Effimax Related Warnings

Is the use of Effimax safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Effimax without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Effimax safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Effimax for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Effimax on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Effimax on kidney, information on safety of Effimax for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Effimax on the Liver?

Effimax may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Effimax on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Effimax on the heart, information on safety of Effimax for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Effimax with Other Drugs

Effimax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Effimax Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Effimax

Is this Effimax habit forming or addictive?

Effimax is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Effimax only as per medical advice.

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

No, Effimax is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Effimax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Effimax

You can take Effimax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Effimax

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Effimax with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Effimax

Question about 5 years ago

Can I buy Effimax over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Effimax over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Effimax cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Effimax can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Effimax?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Effimax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Effimax cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Rarely Effimax can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Effimax?

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

Do not self-administer Effimax. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.