Novatax O 200mg Tablet
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₹250
₹25.0/Tablet
10 tablets in 1 strip
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Medicine Overview of Novatax O Tablet
Side effects of Novatax O Tablet
Common
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
How to use Novatax O Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Novatax O 200mg Tablet at a fixed time.
How Novatax O Tablet works
Novatax o 200mg tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by attacking their cell wall. Specifically, it prevents the synthesis of a substance in the cell wall called peptidoglycan, which provides the cell wall with the strength required for survival of bacteria in human body.
In Depth Information on Novatax O Tablet
Expert advice for Novatax O Tablet
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
- Can lead to nausea and diarrhoea frequently. If this becomes severe or persistent or you notice that your stool contains blood or mucus you should stop taking Novatax o immediately and consult your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you develop a rash or other unexpected symptoms.
- Inform your doctor if there is the previous history of drug allergy.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Warnings
Special precautions for Novatax O 200mg Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Novatax O 200mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
SAFE
Novatax O 200mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation.
Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Novatax O 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea....
+moreAvoid prolonged use of Novatax O 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
Novatax O 200mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tire
+mored, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
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Kidney
CAUTION
Novatax O 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Novatax O 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine....
+moreRegular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
SAFE
Novatax O 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver
+more disease. No dose adjustment of Novatax O 200mg Tablet is recommended.
...Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Cefotaxime, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Novatax O 200mg Tablet
Frequently asked questions for Cefotaxime
Q. Is cefotaxime a sulfa, penicillin or broad spectrum antibiotic?
Cefotaxime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is a third generation, broad spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic
Q. Is cefotaxime compatible with potassium and TPN?
Yes, cefotaxime can be given with potassium and TPN (total parenteral nutrition)
No, Novatax o is not an ototoxic drug when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin), it may increase ototoxicity
Novatax o is a bactericidal agent
Novatax o is active against Escherichia coli, group A and B streptococci, pseudomonas and staphylococcus bacteria. In some cases, Streptococcus pneumonia may show resistance to the drug. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
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