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C-Tax 500 Injection
Cefotaxime sodium 500 mg (equivalent to cefotaxime 500 mg) injection
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C-Tax 500 Injection is used for treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, intra‑abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, septicemia, meningitis, and gonorrhoea; also used for perioperative surgical prophylaxis as advised by a doctor.
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Key details
Salt: Cefotaxime sodium 500 mg (equivalent to cefotaxime 500 mg) injection
Available variants: injection 500mg + 500mg VIAL
Price: ₹20
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
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C-Tax 500 Injection in Bangladesh
15 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- CefotAdvanced Chemical Industries PLC.
- CefotaxRenata PLC
- Cefotax 500 mg IM/IVRenata PLC, Gazipur
- CefotaximeEDCL (Dhaka)
- CefotimeIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- CeftaxOpsonin Pharma Limited
- CetaximGlobe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- DiabecDrug International Ltd.
- FotaxBiopharma Ltd.
- MaxcefSquare Cephalosporins Ltd.
- Maxcef 500 mgSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Gazipur
- MonotaxNavana Health Care Limited
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- TaxcephIbn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
- TaximThe ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- TorpedOrion Pharma Ltd.
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of C-Tax 500 Injection
C-Tax 500 Injection contains Cefotaxime sodium 500 mg (equivalent to cefotaxime 500 mg) injection. It belongs to the Third-generation cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of C-Tax 500 Injection
Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, intra‑abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, septicemia, meningitis, and gonorrhoea; also used for perioperative surgical prophylaxis as advised by a doctor
Benefits of C-Tax 500 Injection
- In Bacterial infection
- C-Tax kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back.
- In Chest infection
- C-Tax treats bacterial infections of the chest, easing the cough, fever and breathlessness as the bacteria are cleared.
- In Urinary infection
- C-Tax clears the bacteria behind burning, frequency and pain on passing urine.
- In Ear and throat infection
- C-Tax treats bacterial infections of the ear, throat and sinuses, relieving the pain and fever they cause.
- In Typhoid
- C-Tax kills the typhoid bacteria in the blood and gut, bringing down the fever and preventing the complications of untreated typhoid.
How C-Tax 500 Injection works
Cefotaxime is a third‑generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin‑binding proteins, leading to cell lysis and death of susceptible bacteria.
How to take C-Tax 500 Injection
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of C-Tax 500 Injection
Most side effects of C-Tax are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Injection site pain/inflammation
- diarrhea
- nausea
- vomiting
- rash
- headache
- dizziness
- elevated liver enzymes
- eosinophilia
- thrombocytopenia
- leukopenia
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for C-Tax 500 Injection
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.
Warnings and precautions
Prescription antibiotic—use only for bacterial infections. Do not use if allergic to cefotaxime/other cephalosporins; caution with history of penicillin allergy. Monitor for severe diarrhea (possible C. difficile colitis), hypersensitivity reactions, and superinfection with prolonged use. Dose adjustment may be needed in renal impairment; monitor kidney function and blood counts during long courses. Use caution in patients with bleeding disorders or on anticoagulants.
Do not take C-Tax if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.
Interactions with other medicines
Aminoglycosides (increased nephrotoxicity risk), loop diuretics like furosemide (increased nephrotoxicity risk), probenecid (may increase cefotaxime levels), oral anticoagulants/warfarin (may increase bleeding risk), live bacterial vaccines such as typhoid (reduced vaccine effect)
How to store C-Tax 500 Injection
Store at or below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original pack. After reconstitution, use immediately or within the timeframe recommended on the label; discard unused solution.
Quick tips for C-Tax 500 Injection
- Space the doses evenly and complete the course.
- Keep the reconstituted syrup as the pharmacist instructed and discard it after the stated number of days.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Third-generation cephalosporin
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C-Tax 500 Injection FAQs
What is C-Tax 500 Injection used for?
C-Tax 500 Injection is commonly used for Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, intra‑abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, septicemia, meningitis, and gonorrhoea; also used for perioperative surgical prophylaxis as advised by a doctor. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of C-Tax 500 Injection?
Bacterial infection: C-Tax kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back. It is also used for chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection.
What is the salt in C-Tax 500 Injection?
C-Tax 500 Injection contains Cefotaxime sodium 500 mg (equivalent to cefotaxime 500 mg) injection. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How does C-Tax 500 Injection work?
Cefotaxime is a third‑generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
Is C-Tax 500 Injection a prescription medicine?
Yes. C-Tax 500 Injection is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of C-Tax 500 Injection?
The side effects reported most often with C-Tax are Injection site pain/inflammation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can C-Tax 500 Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking C-Tax 500 Injection in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting C-Tax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking C-Tax 500 Injection?
Limit alcohol while taking C-Tax 500 Injection; it can worsen the side effects.
Is C-Tax 500 Injection habit forming?
No. C-Tax 500 Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does C-Tax 500 Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
C-Tax 500 Injection starts at ₹20 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 500mg + 500mg VIAL. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures C-Tax 500 Injection?
C-Tax 500 Injection is manufactured by ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is C-Tax 500 Injection delivered?
C-Tax 500 Injection is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
C-Tax 500 Injection, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefotaxime sodium 500 mg (equivalent to cefotaxime 500 mg) injection
- Form
- injection
- Price
- ₹20
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Brand
- Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
- Manufacturer
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Third-generation cephalosporin
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- injection 500mg + 500mg VIAL
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling/package insert
- CDSCO drug information, established medical literature (cephalosporin/cefotaxime monographs), standard clinical guidelines
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for C-Tax 500 Injection.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.