Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Meningitis, Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml related warnings talks about Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml is used -
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Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefnimax S in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml safe during breastfeeding?
Cefnimax S is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml on the Kidneys?
Cefnimax S rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml on the Liver?
Using Cefnimax S does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml on the Heart?
You can take Cefnimax S without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml
Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefnimax S 1000/500 Injection 10 Ml.
No, Cefnimax S does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension) at regular doses. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Cefnimax S is a brand name of cefotaxime and it comes in different forms such as tablet and injections. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of septicemia, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhoea.
Yes, Cefnimax S covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
Yes, Cefnimax S covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.
No, [Medicine} does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Cefnimax S is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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