Kefotax 1000 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kefotax Benefits & Uses

Kefotax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Kefotax 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Kefotax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kefotax is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Sore throat
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Headache
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Chills
पेट की गैस
Flushing

Kefotax Related Warnings

Is the use of Kefotax safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Kefotax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Kefotax safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Kefotax on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Kefotax on the Kidneys?

Kefotax rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Kefotax on the Liver?

Kefotax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Kefotax on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Kefotax with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Kefotax Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Kefotax

Is this Kefotax habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Kefotax is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Kefotax as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Kefotax only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Kefotax in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Kefotax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kefotax

Taking Kefotax with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefotax

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Kefotax.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kefotax

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Kefotax over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Kefotax over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Kefotax for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Kefotax can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Kefotax cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Kefotax can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Kefotax?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Kefotax is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Kefotax cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Kefotax can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.