FOTEXIN 1g Powder for Injection I.M./I.V.

Generic Name: Cefotaxime Na
Registration Status: registered
Drug Type: ANTI-BACTERIAL DRUGS
Principal: The ACME Laboratories LTD

Description:
FOTEXIN is Cefotaxime, a broad spectrum bactericidal cephalosporin antibiotic. It has activity against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms. Cefotaxime is exceptionally active against Gram-negative organisms sensitive or resistant to first or second-generation cephalosporins. It is similar to other cephalosporins in activity against Gram-positive bacteria. Cefotaxime has a high degree of stability in the presence of beta lactamase both, penicillinase and cephalosporinases of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. The bactericidal activity of Cefotaxime results from inhibition of cell wall synthesis. Cefotaxime has been shown to distribute into a variety of tissues and body fluids and is excreted mainly through the kidney. Used in the treatmenr of respiratory tract infections including nose and throat; acute and chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, infected bronchiectasis, lung abscess, and post-operatice chest infections. Supplied in 1g Powder for Injection in clear glass vial of 1’s and 10mL Water for Injection in clear glass ampoule (diluent) of 1’s; Box of 1’s.