Cefaxone 1gm Injection belongs to the therapeutic classification of Cephalosporins. The primary composition for this medicine is Ceftriaxone 1 GM.
Prescription: Yes
Warnings: Treatment With Cefaxone
Patients treated with this medicine are at an increased risk of inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis).
Kidney Problems
Patients with a history of kidney stone and excessive urinary calcium excretion are at an increased risk when using this medicine. In such patients, the kidney stone may occur upon discontinuation of Cefaxone.
Abnormal Functioning of the Liver and Kidneys
Such patients are at an increased risk when using this medicine. Careful clinical monitoring of safety and efficacy data is advisable for Cefaxone.
Allergy to Cefaxone
Patients who are allergic to Cefaxone are at an increased risk. Such patients may see an increased risk of life-threatening allergic reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or Lyell's syndrome. These patients should discontinue the use of this medicine.
Medicine Interaction: When two or more medicines are taken together, it can change how the medicines work and increase the risk of side-effects. In medical terms, this is called as a Drug Interaction.
This page does not contain all the possible interactions of Cefaxone Injection. Share a list of all medicines that you use with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medicines without the approval of your doctor.
Drug Schedule: Schedule H1 Prescription Drug
Side Effects: Irritation where the shot is given. - Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. - Loose stools (diarrhea). Yogurt or probiotics may help. You may get these products at health food stores or in some pharmacies. - For women, vaginal yeast infection. Report itching or discharge
How to Store it: Store protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Over Dose: Store protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Precautions: Store protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Missed Dose: Store protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
