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Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection Information

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection related warnings talks about Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oritaxim 1000 mg 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

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oritaxim 1000 mg 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

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Oritaxim is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Oritaxim is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Oritaxim on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection on the Liver?

Using Oritaxim does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection on the Heart?

You can take Oritaxim without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection

Is this Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection

Taking Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Oritaxim 1000 mg Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oritaxim with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Oritaxim 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

Can Oritaxim treat meningitis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Oritaxim 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Oritaxim cause low blood pressure?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Oritaxim 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 5 years ago

Does Oritaxim cover mrsa infections?

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

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Oritaxim cover enterococcus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Oritaxim covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.