Cefoxim 1000 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefoxim Benefits & Uses

Cefoxim is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefoxim Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefoxim Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefoxim safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefoxim in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefoxim safe during breastfeeding?

Cefoxim is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefoxim on the Kidneys?

Cefoxim rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoxim on the Liver?

Cefoxim does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefoxim on the Heart?

Cefoxim is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefoxim with Other Drugs

Cefoxim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Cefoxim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefoxim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoxim

Is this Cefoxim habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefoxim is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cefoxim can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefoxim only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Cefoxim for mental disorders.

No

Cefoxim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefoxim

Taking Cefoxim with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoxim

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefoxim and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoxim

Question about 4 years ago

Does Cefoxim treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoxim can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Cefoxim work?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefoxim contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefoxim is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Question almost 4 years ago

Is Cefoxim an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoxim is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefoxim cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Cefoxim does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefoxim. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 4 years ago

Can Cefoxim treat UTI?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoxim can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.