This medication is a cephalosporin antibiotic indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections and for surgical prophylaxis.
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CEFOTAXIME INJ 1G AMP
Why do you need to give this medicine? This medication is a cephalosporin antibiotic indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections and for surgical prophylaxis.
INGREDIENTS
Each vial contains 1g of cefotaxime sodium
ADDED INFORMATION
Each vial contains 50mg of sodium per 1g dose
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Known allergy to cephalosporins
Known allergy to lidocaine
DOSAGE
Adults and children over 12:
1g every 12 hours
Max dose is 12g
For treatment of gonorrhea: 500mg single dose
Infants and children 12 and below:
50-100mg/kg body weight in two divided doses
Max dose is 6g
Newborns:
Max dose: 50mg/kg body weight
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTSÂ
This drug may cause pain at the injection site, nausea, vomiting and abdominal discomfort. Rarely, angioedema, pruritus or rash may occur. Report to the pharmacist or physician if side effects worsen or last more than a few days.
WARNING
May be present in breastmilk
STORAGE
Do not store above 25oC. Following reconstitution, 2-8oC
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