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Taxicon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Taxicon have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Taxicon. 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.
Some other side effects of Taxicon have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Taxicon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Taxicon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Taxicon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Taxicon related warnings section.
Taxicon is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Taxicon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Taxicon have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Taxicon, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Taxicon 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 Taxicon safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Taxicon without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Taxicon safe during breastfeeding?
Taxicon is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Taxicon on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Taxicon on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Taxicon on the Liver?
Taxicon does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Taxicon on the Heart?
Taxicon is not harmful for the heart.
Taxicon 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 Taxicon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Taxicon habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Taxicon.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Taxicon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Taxicon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Taxicon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Taxicon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Taxicon
It is safe to take Taxicon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Taxicon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Taxicon.
Yes, Taxicon covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.
Yes, Taxicon covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides spp, Clostridium spp, Fusobacterium spp, Peptococcus spp, and Peptostreptococcus spp.
No, Taxicon 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.
Taxicon 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, Taxicon can be taken with ibuprofen. 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.
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)