Novatax 250 Mg Injection

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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Cefotaxime (250 mg)

Novatax 250 Mg Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 13
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 13
0 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Cefotaxime (250 mg)

Novatax 250 Mg Injection Information

Novatax 250 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Novatax 250 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Novatax 250 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Novatax 250 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Novatax 250 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Novatax 250 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Novatax 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Novatax 250 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Novatax 250 Mg Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease. The section on Novatax 250 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Novatax 250 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Novatax 250 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Novatax 250 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Novatax 250 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Novatax 250 Mg Injection 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:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Novatax 250 Mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Novatax 250 Mg Injection is used -

Severe

Moderate

  • Colitis
  • Vaginal inflammation

Mild

Novatax 250 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Novatax 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Novatax is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Novatax 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Novatax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Novatax 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    Novatax has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Novatax 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Novatax is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Novatax 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Novatax for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Novatax 250 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Novatax 250 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Novatax 250 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novatax 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Novatax 250 Mg Injection

  • Is this Novatax 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Novatax 250 Mg Injection is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Novatax 250 Mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Novatax 250 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Novatax 250 Mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Novatax 250 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Novatax 250 Mg Injection


    Taking Novatax 250 Mg Injection with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Novatax 250 Mg Injection


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Novatax 250 Mg Injection with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Novatax 250 Mg Injection

Question almost 7 years ago

Does Novatax contain penicillin?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Novatax contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question about 6 years ago

Can Novatax treat meningitis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Novatax is used to treat meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitides. 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.

Question over 6 years ago

Is Novatax bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Novatax is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria die.​

Question almost 7 years ago

Does Novatax cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novatax covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

Does Novatax cover mrsa infections?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Novatax does not covers mrsa (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Novatax.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience



References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)



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