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Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection

Ceftriaxone (500mg)

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Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is a medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart.

Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana, PGDHHM, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 07 Aug 2026 | 01:04 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Ceftriaxone (500mg)

Marketer

Lupin Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the return or worsening of the infection.

The most common side effects of Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection include diarrhea, rash, changes in liver function tests, and blood cell counts (such as high eosinophil count, decreased white blood cells, and low blood platelets). Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild, but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know about all other medicines you are taking, as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

Uses of Cefaxone Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Cefaxone Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection treats severe bacterial infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, urinary tract infections, and bloodstream infections. It eliminates harmful bacteria, provides rapid symptom relief, and prevents complications. Given its once-daily dosing and strong effectiveness, it ensures better treatment adherence and faster recovery. By controlling infections efficiently, Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection supports overall health and well-being, allowing individuals to regain strength and resume daily activities sooner.

Side effects of Cefaxone Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cefaxone

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Glossitis (tongue inflammation)

How to use Cefaxone Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Cefaxone Injection works

Cefaxone 0.5gm 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.

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Quick tips

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 Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of your face and mouth, or difficulty breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection does not usually cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

Driving

NOT RELEVANT

Not relevant, as Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is intended for use in hospitalized patients.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Dose adjustment of Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Cefaxone with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Calcium (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ceftriaxone with Calcium. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.

Life-threatening

Calcium (Injection Route)

Do not consume Ceftriaxone with Calcium. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.

Severe

Warfarin (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the dose of Warfarin accordingly.

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Ceftriaxone may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Ceftriaxone may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ceftriaxone. Please consult your doctor. Ceftriaxone may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Frequently asked questions

Is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection safe?

Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How long does Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection take to work?

Usually, Cefaxone 0.5gm 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.

Who should not take Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection?

Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection should not be prescribed to people allergic to Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gallbladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia.

What if I do not get better after using Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 worsen while using this medicine.

Is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection effective?

Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection administered?

Cefaxone 0.5gm 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 the maximum benefit from Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Third-Generation Cephalosporins

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 230-31.
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Marketer details

Name: Lupin Ltd
Address: 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

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Product introduction

Uses of Cefaxone Injection

Benefits of Cefaxone Injection

Side effects of Cefaxone Injection

How to use Cefaxone Injection

How Cefaxone Injection works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Calcium (Oral Route)

Calcium (Injection Route)

Warfarin (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection safe?

How long does Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection take to work?

Who should not take Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection?

What if I do not get better after using Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection?

Is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection effective?

How is Cefaxone 0.5gm Injection administered?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

User feedback

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