T Zox 1gm Injection
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Product introduction
T Zox 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.
T Zox 1gm Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine 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 infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. 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 last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
T Zox 1gm Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine 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 infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. 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 last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of T Zox Injection
Benefits of T Zox Injection
In Bacterial infections
T Zox 1gm Injection is a medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of T Zox 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 T Zox
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use T Zox Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How T Zox Injection works
T Zox 1gm 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with T Zox 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
T Zox 1gm 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
T Zox 1gm 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.
Avoid prolonged use of T Zox 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of T Zox 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
T Zox 1gm Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
T Zox 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of T Zox 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of T Zox 1gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take T Zox Injection?
If you miss a dose of T Zox 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed T Zox 1gm Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- 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 T Zox 1gm Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Interaction with drugs
Taking T Zox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Ceftizoxime may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Ceftizoxime. If Purified Vi Polys
Ceftizoxime may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ceftizoxim
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Leflunomide may raise blood levels of Ceftizoxime.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as abnormal blood pressure, nausea, fatigue, or numbness, and consul
Patient concerns
FAQs
How is T Zox 1gm Injection administered?
T Zox 1gm 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 maximum benefit from T Zox 1gm Injection.
How long does T Zox 1gm Injection take to work?
Usually, T Zox 1gm 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.
What if I do not get better after using T Zox 1gm 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 get worse while using this medicine.
For how long does T Zox 1gm Injection stay in the body?
Usually, T Zox 1gm Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
What should I inform my doctor before taking T Zox 1gm Injection?
Before taking T Zox 1gm Injection, inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your stomach such as colitis or kidneys (like, if you are on dialysis). Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, tell your doctor before taking T Zox 1gm Injection to avoid any harmful effects on the baby.
Is T Zox 1gm Injection effective?
T Zox 1gm 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 T Zox 1gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Address: SHREYA HOUSE, 301/A, Pereira Hill Road, Andheri East, Mumbai - 400 099, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver T Zox 1gm Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver T Zox 1gm Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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