Cefotax 1 g 1 ampoule

Cefotax 1 g 1 ampoule

Composition:

Each package contains:
Cefotaxime sodium – 1 g (sterile vial).
Solvent: Water for injection – 5 ml (ampoule)

Product Description:

A broad‑spectrum third‑generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
It is effective against a wide range of Gram‑positive and Gram‑negative bacteria.
Supplied as a sterile powder for reconstitution with solvent, suitable for intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) administration.

Indications for Use:

• Respiratory tract infections.
• Urinary tract infections.
• Skin and soft tissue infections.
• Septicemia.
• Intra‑abdominal infections.
• Gynecological infections.
• Meningitis caused by susceptible organisms.

Method of Administration and Dosage:

• Administer IM or IV after reconstitution with provided solvent.
• Adults: 1 g every 8–12 hours; dosage may be increased depending on severity. 
• Children: dosage adjusted by weight and clinical condition. 
• Always follow physician’s prescription.

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to cefotaxime, other cephalosporins, or β‑lactam antibiotics.
History of severe allergic reactions to penicillins.

Precautions:

Use with caution in patients with renal impairment.
Monitor for superinfection with prolonged use.

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

Common: pain at injection site, diarrhea, rash.
Uncommon: nausea, vomiting, headache.
Rare: anaphylaxis, pseudomembranous colitis.

Pregnancy and Lactation:

Use only if clearly needed and prescribed by physician.

Storage Conditions:

Store below 25°C.
Protect from light and moisture.

Packaging:

Carton box containing 1 sterile vial (1 g) + 1 solvent ampoule (5 ml water for injection), with leaflet.