Taxtam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Taxtam Information

Taxtam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meningitis, Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Taxtam also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Taxtam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Taxtam as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Taxtam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Taxtam has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Taxtam related warnings talks about Taxtam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Taxtam is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease, Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Taxtam contraindications section.

Besides this, Taxtam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Taxtam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Taxtam Benefits & Uses
Taxtam Dosage & How to Take
Taxtam Side Effects
Taxtam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Taxtam with Other Drugs
Taxtam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Taxtam
Taxtam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Taxtam Benefits & Uses

Taxtam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Meningitis

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Blood Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Cellulitis
Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Peritonitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Taxtam 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

Taxtam Related Warnings

Is the use of Taxtam safe for pregnant women?

Taxtam is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Taxtam safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Taxtam.
What is the effect of Taxtam on the Kidneys?

Taxtam rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Taxtam on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Taxtam on the liver.
What is the effect of Taxtam on the Heart?

Using Taxtam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Taxtam with Other Drugs

Taxtam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Omeprazole

Moderate

Probenecid

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Amikacin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Chloramphenicol

Gentamicin

Kanamycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Atenolol

Mild

Allopurinol

Probenecid

Taxtam Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Mononucleosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Taxtam

Is this Taxtam habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Taxtam.

Taxtam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Taxtam

When consumed with certain foods, Taxtam may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Taxtam

Information about the interaction of Taxtam and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Taxtam

Question over 5 years ago

Does Taxtam contain penicillin?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Taxtam 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Taxtam?

Take Taxtam as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Taxtam?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Taxtam is a brand name of cefotaxime and it comes in different forms such as tablet and injections. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of septicemia, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhoea.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Taxtam on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Taxtam 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Taxtam cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes Taxtam can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhea. If you have severe diarrhea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.