Oritaxim 200mg Tablet

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Rs.126for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)

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Composition FOR Oritaxim 200mg Tablet

Cefotaxime(200mg)

food interaction for Oritaxim Tablet

alcohol interaction for Oritaxim Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Oritaxim Tablet

lactation interaction for Oritaxim Tablet

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

Oritaxim 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION

Consuming alcohol with Oritaxim 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

SAFE

Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Oritaxim 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Oritaxim 200mg Tablet

Cefotaxime(200mg)

Oritaxim tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How oritaxim tablet works

Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Common side effects of oritaxim tablet

Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Low blood platelets, Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, Convulsion, Urticaria, Increased creatinine level in blood, Erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Nausea, Vomiting, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Hypersensitivity, Gastrointestinal disorder, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Positive Coombs test, Yeast infections, Vaginal inflammation, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased lactate dehydrogenase level in blood, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Increased blood urea nitrogen, Hemolytic anemia, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Pseudomembranous colitis, Interstitial nephritis, Red spots or bumps, Dizziness

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3 Substitutes

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Expert advice FOR Oritaxim Tablet

Your doctor has prescribed Cefotaxime to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Cefotaxime and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Frequently asked questions FOR Oritaxim 200mg Tablet

Cefotaxime

Q. Is Oritaxim 200mg Tablet the same as penicillin?

No, Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is not the same as penicillin. Oritaxim 200mg Tablet belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is active against numerous gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including several with resistance to other antibiotics such as penicillin.

Q. What kind of infections does Oritaxim 200mg Tablet treat?

Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat conditions such as lower respiratory tract infections (related to the lungs, windpipe and airways), skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, and meningitis (brain related).

Q. Can the use of Oritaxim 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Oritaxim 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Oritaxim 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.