Cefotim 1gm Injection Description:
Cefotim 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.
Uses:
Cefotim 1gm Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.
Side Effects:
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
Dosage:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
FAQs
Is cefotaxime a sulfa
Cefotaxime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a third generation, broad spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic
Is cefotaxime compatible with potassium and TPN?
Yes, cefotaxime can be given with potassium and TPN (total parenteral nutrition)
Is Cefotim ototoxic (toxic to the ear)?
No, Cefotim is not an ototoxic drug when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin), it may increase ototoxicity
Is Cefotim bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Cefotim is a bactericidal agent
What organisms does Cefotim cover?
Cefotim 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).
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