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Taximax 1500 Injection Substitute

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Composition:

CEFOTAXIME-1000MG + SULBACTAM-500MG

Uses:

<p>Taximax 1500 Injection is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Taximax 1500 Injection are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Lower Respiratory Tract Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is effective in treating infections in the airways (bronchitis) and lungs (pneumonia) caused by susceptible bacteria.</li><li><strong>Genital Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea.</li><li><strong>Central Nervous System Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection helps treat bacterial meningitis and other infections of the spinal cord and brain.</li><li><strong>Intra-abdominal Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is effective in treating infections within the abdominal cavity, such as peritonitis and abdominal abscesses.</li><li><strong>Gynaecological Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is used to treat bacterial infections of the female reproductive tract, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (infection affecting the ovaries or womb).</li><li><strong>Bone and Joint Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is prescribed for infections of the bone (osteomyelitis) and joints (septic arthritis) caused by susceptible bacteria.</li><li><strong>Urinary Tract Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection helps treat bacterial infections affecting the bladder (cystitis), ureter (ureteritis), and kidneys (pyelonephritis).</li><li><strong>Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is effective in treating bacterial infections of the skin and underlying tissues, such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis.</li><li><strong>Bloodstream Infections:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection helps treat certain bloodstream infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as septicemia and bacteremia.</li><li><strong>Infective Endocarditis:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection is used to treat endocarditis (infection of the heart lining and valves) caused by susceptible bacteria.</li><li><strong>Surgical Prophylaxis:</strong> Taximax 1500 Injection may be administered before surgery to prevent bacterial infections, especially in gastrointestinal or gynaecological procedures.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Taximax 1500 Injection contains Cefotaxime and Sulbactam. Cefotaxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic, whereas Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Taximax 1500 Injection has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It makes the drug effective in multiple serious bacterial infections including infections of the bloodstream (septicemia), bones (osteomyelitis), the heart valves (endocarditis), the membranes protecting the brain (meningitis) and the lining of the abdomen (peritonitis) and to prevent and treat infections following surgeries.

FAQs

Taximax 1500 Injection is used to treat bacterial infections.

Taximax 1500 Injection contains Cefotaxime and Sulbactam. Cefotaxime reduces the infection by inhibiting bacterial growth. It disrupts the formation of the cell wall (outer layer), which is essential for bacteria's survival. Sulbactam inhibits the action of beta-lactamase, an enzyme produced by the bacteria to destroy antibiotics (cefotaxime).

People allergic to penicillin should not take Taximax 1500 Injection as they may develop cross-sensitivity (sensitivity to drugs with similar structures). Taximax 1500 Injection contains cefotaxime, which has a similar structure to that of penicillin.

The common side-effects of Taximax 1500 Injection are pain and swelling at the injection site, skin rash, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. These side-effects usually don't require medical attention. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side-effects persist or get worse.

In individuals who have kidney problems, have diabetes and are on a low-salt diet, Taximax 1500 Injection should be used with caution as this medicine may worsen the condition.

It is advised to let your doctor know that you are taking Taximax 1500 Injection before undergoing any laboratory tests or having a blood transfusion. Taximax 1500 Injection may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

Taximax 1500 Injection may cause diarrhoea in some cases. Consult the doctor if you experience diarrhoea during treatment with Taximax 1500 Injection.

Taximax 1500 Injection starts working almost immediately after administering. However, it might take a few days to notice its full effects. To treat your condition effectively complete the duration of treatment.

Consult the doctor if you do not get better or if your condition persists even after completing the duration of treatment with Taximax 1500 Injection.

The common side effects of Taximax 1500 Injection are pain and swelling at the injection site, skin rash, diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.

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