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Otax, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Otax have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Otax 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Otax as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Otax normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Otax's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Otax has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Otax related warnings section.
Otax can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Otax in conditions like Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Otax are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Otax may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Otax is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Otax is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Otax safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Otax in pregnant women.
Is the use of Otax safe during breastfeeding?
Otax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Otax on the Kidneys?
Otax has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Otax on the Liver?
Using Otax does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Otax on the Heart?
You can take Otax without any fear of damage to the heart.
Otax 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 Otax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Otax habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Otax.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Otax as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Otax should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Otax is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Otax
Taking Otax with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otax
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Otax.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312