Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection
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Product introduction
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Uses of Duotax Injection
Benefits of Duotax Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections like pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, meningitis, and severe infections of the kidney, urinary system, bones, joints, and skin. It may also be used before surgery, and during and after a cesarean section, in order to prevent the patient from getting an infection. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection. This further reduces the discomforts associated with various infections and helps in early recovery.
Side effects of Duotax 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 Duotax
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Injection site pain
- Injection site inflammation
- Hardening at the injection site
- Injection site tenderness
- Hypersensitivity
- Gastrointestinal disorder
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
How to use Duotax Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Duotax Injection works
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Cefotaxime and Sulbactam. Cefotaxime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefotaxime against bacteria.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Duotax Injection?
If you miss a dose of Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can the use of Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
How long does Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Duotax 1000 mg/500 mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Beta-Lactam & Other Cell Wall- & Menbrane-Active Antibiotics. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 773-793.
- Petri, Jr WA. Penicillins, Cephalosporins, and Other β-Lactam Antibiotics. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 11th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1127-1154.
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