Claforan Iv/Im Injection 0.25G (1 Box = 1 Injection)
In vitro studies indicate that the antibacterial action of Cefotaxime sodium results from inhibition of cell wall...
In vitro studies indicate that the antibacterial action of Cefotaxime sodium results from inhibition of cell wall synthesis. It is stable against the action of most ß-lactamases.
Purpose
Bacterial Infection
Ingredients
Cefotaxime Sodium
Warnings
Cefotaxime Sodium is advised to be prescribed with caution in individuals with a history of lower gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.
Cefotaxime, like other parenteral anti-infective drugs, may be locally irritating to tissues. In most cases, perivascular extravasation of cefotaxime responds to changing of the infusion site.
As with other ß-lactam antibiotics, granulocytopenia, leukopenia, neutropenia and, more rarely, bone marrow failure, pancytopenia, or agranulocytosis may develop during treatment with Cefotaxime. For courses of treatment lasting longer than 10 days, blood counts is advised to therefore be monitored and treatment discontinuation is advised to be considered in case of abnormal results .
Side Effects
Headache , Colitis, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting , Moniliasis, vaginitis , Rash, pruritus, fever .
Storage Instructions
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
| Brand | Aventis |
| Status | Active |