Omnatax 500 mg
PRIMAL
Prescription required
Uses of Omnatax 500 mg:
Bacterial infections
Composition of Omnatax 500 mg:
Cefotaxime 500mg
MRP:
₹
17.93
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Uses
Cefotaxime is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections. It is generally used in treatment for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is typically also used prevent infections after surgery.
Side effects
- Allergic reaction
- Diarrhoea
- Injection site reaction
- Nausea
- Rash
- Vomiting
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Cefotaxime is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better by preventing the bacteria from forming a bacterial protective covering that's essential for the bacteria to survive, thereby killing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Cefotaxime a sulfa, penicillin or broad spectrum antibiotic?
Cefotaxime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a third generation, broad spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic
Q. Is Cefotaxime compatible with potassium and TPN?
Yes, Cefotaxime can be given with potassium and TPN (total parenteral nutrition)
Q. Is Cefotaxime ototoxic (toxic to the ear)?
No, Cefotaxime is not an ototoxic drug when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin), it may increase ototoxicity
Q. Is Cefotaxime bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Cefotaxime is a bactericidal agent
Q. What organisms does Cefotaxime cover?
Cefotaxime is active against Escherichia coli, group A and B streptococci, pseudomonas and staphylococcus bacteria. In some cases, Streptococcus pneumonia may show resistance to the drug. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Cefotaxime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a third generation, broad spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic
Q. Is Cefotaxime compatible with potassium and TPN?
Yes, Cefotaxime can be given with potassium and TPN (total parenteral nutrition)
Q. Is Cefotaxime ototoxic (toxic to the ear)?
No, Cefotaxime is not an ototoxic drug when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin), it may increase ototoxicity
Q. Is Cefotaxime bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Cefotaxime is a bactericidal agent
Q. What organisms does Cefotaxime cover?
Cefotaxime is active against Escherichia coli, group A and B streptococci, pseudomonas and staphylococcus bacteria. In some cases, Streptococcus pneumonia may show resistance to the drug. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Expert Advice
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefotaxime to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.Discontinue Cefotaxime and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefotaxime as it may cause increased side effects.
Product Details
SKU: PC-9343
Product Description: Omnatax 500 mg is manufactured by PRIMAL
Packing: Unit
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Omnatax 500 mg is manufactured by PRIMAL
Packing: Unit
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
