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Haltax is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Haltax have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Haltax depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Haltax 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 Haltax safe for pregnant women?
Haltax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Haltax safe during breastfeeding?
Haltax is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Haltax on the Kidneys?
Haltax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Haltax on the Liver?
Haltax does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Haltax on the Heart?
Haltax is completely safe for the heart.
Haltax 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 Haltax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Haltax habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Haltax has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Haltax. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Haltax only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Haltax is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Haltax
Taking Haltax with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Haltax
Information about the interaction of Haltax and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Haltax 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, Haltax 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.
Haltax contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Haltax covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
Yes, Haltax 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.
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)