Cefoxitin

Cefoxitin is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic . Cefoxitin is used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms. Cefoxitin is also used to prevent infection in people having certain types of surgery. Cefoxitin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Cefoxitin is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic . Cefoxitin is used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms. Cefoxitin is also used to prevent infection in people having certain types of surgery. Cefoxitin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use cefoxitin if you are allergic to corn, or if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to any type of cephalosporin antibiotic ( cefdinir , cefalexin, Keflex, Omnicef , and others). Tell your doctor if you have ever had: an allergy to penicillin; kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); liver disease ; a stomach or intestinal disorder such as colitis; diabetes ; congestive heart failure ; cancer; a surgery or medical emergency; or if you are malnourished. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat , burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling). Cefoxitin may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it occurs months after your last dose); a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out; little or no urination; jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); a seizure; fever, chills, tiredness; or easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet. Common side effects of cefoxitin may include: pain, bruising, swelling, or other irritation where the injection was given; diarrhea; fever; or rash, itching. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

1 to 2 g (1.5 (1.5)) As recommended. IM — May be given every 4-6 hrs.

20 to 25 mg/kg (22 (22.5)) 6 hourly Intra Muscular — - 20 to 25 mg/kg (22 (22.5)) 6 hourly Intra Venous —

20 to 40 mg/kg (30 (30)) 12 hourly Intramuscular — 20 to 40 mg/kg (30 (30)) 12 hourly Intravenous — Dose may be increased to 200mg/kg to 12 g in severe infections

Cefoxitin can harm your kidneys, especially if you also use certain medicines for infections, cancer, osteoporosis , organ transplant rejection, bowel disorders, high blood pressure , or pain or arthritis (including Advil, Motrin, and Aleve). Other drugs may affect cefoxitin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

Inj (reconstituted soln) Store at room temperature or refrigerator. Freezing is recommended. Use within 30 weeks if freezed, within 1 week (below 5°C) if refrigerated and within 24 hrs if kept at room temperature. Powder for Inj Store at room temperature, Below 30°C. Premix prefrozen Inj Store at room temperature or refrigerator. Freezing is recommended. Use within 21 days if refrigerated and within 24 hrs if kept at room temperature.