Swiftax 1000mg Injection

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Composition FOR Swiftax 1000mg Injection

Cefotaxime(1000mg)

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No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Swiftax 1000mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Swiftax 1000mg Injection 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
Swiftax 1000mg Injection 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 Swiftax 1000mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Swiftax 1000mg Injection

Cefotaxime(1000mg)

Swiftax injection uses

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

How swiftax injection works

Swiftax 1000mg Injection 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 swiftax injection

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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Expert advice FOR Swiftax Injection

  • 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 Swiftax 1000mg Injection

Cefotaxime

Q. Is Swiftax 1000mg Injection the same as penicillin?
No, Swiftax 1000mg Injection is not the same as penicillin. Swiftax 1000mg Injection belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Swiftax 1000mg Injection 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 Swiftax 1000mg Injection treat?
Swiftax 1000mg Injection 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. Is Swiftax 1000mg Injection effective?
Swiftax 1000mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Swiftax 1000mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Q. How is Swiftax 1000mg Injection administered?
Swiftax 1000mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Swiftax 1000mg Injection.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Swiftax 1000mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can the use of Swiftax 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Swiftax 1000mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Swiftax 1000mg Injection 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.
Q. How long does Swiftax 1000mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Swiftax 1000mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)