Cefotax 1 g 1 ampoule
Eipico
Eipico
Composition
Each package contains
Cefotaxime sodium – 1 g (sterile vial).
Solvent: Water for injection – 5 ml (ampoule)
Product Description
A broad‑spectrum third‑generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
It is effective against a wide range of Gram‑positive and Gram‑negative bacteria.
Supplied as a sterile powder for reconstitution with solvent, suitable for intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) administration.
Indications for Use
Respiratory tract infections.
Urinary tract infections.
Skin and soft tissue infections.
Septicemia.
Intra‑abdominal infections.
Gynecological infections.
Meningitis caused by susceptible organisms.
Method of Administration and Dosage
Administer IM or IV after reconstitution with provided solvent.
Adults: 1 g every 8–12 hours; dosage may be increased depending on severity.
Children: dosage adjusted by weight and clinical condition.
Always follow physician’s prescription.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cefotaxime, other cephalosporins, or β‑lactam antibiotics.
History of severe allergic reactions to penicillins.
Precautions
Use with caution in patients with renal impairment.
Monitor for superinfection with prolonged use.
Adverse Reactions (Side Effects)
Common: pain at injection site, diarrhea, rash.
Uncommon: nausea, vomiting, headache.
Rare: anaphylaxis, pseudomembranous colitis.
Pregnancy and Lactation
Use only if clearly needed and prescribed by physician.
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C.
Protect from light and moisture.
Packaging
Carton box containing 1 sterile vial (1 g) + 1 solvent ampoule (5 ml water for injection), with leaflet.