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Novatax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Novatax have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Novatax depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Novatax side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Novatax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Novatax's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Novatax related warnings talks about Novatax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Novatax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Novatax contraindications section.
Additionally, Novatax may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Novatax, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Novatax 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 Novatax is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Novatax safe for pregnant women?
Novatax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Novatax safe during breastfeeding?
Novatax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Novatax on the Kidneys?
Novatax has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Novatax on the Liver?
Novatax is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Novatax on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Novatax for the heart.
Novatax 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 Novatax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Novatax habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Novatax is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Novatax as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Novatax should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Novatax is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Novatax
Taking Novatax with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Novatax
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Novatax with alcohol will be.
Novatax 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.
Discontinuing Novatax 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.
Yes, Novatax 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.
Novatax 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.
The dosage of this drug may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience