apollo

Select Address

Search Medicines
  • Login
  1. Home
  2. Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection

  3. Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection Substitute

Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
call Doctor

Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CEFOTAXIME-250MG + SULBACTAM-125MG

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection contains Cefotaxime and Sulbactam. Cefotaxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic, whereas Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It makes the drug effective in multiple serious bacterial infections including infections of the bloodstream (septicemia), bones (osteomyelitis), the heart valves (endocarditis), the membranes protecting the brain (meningitis) and the lining of the abdomen (peritonitis) and to prevent and treat infections following surgeries.

FAQs

Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections.

Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection contains Cefotaxime and Sulbactam. Cefotaxime reduces the infection by inhibiting bacterial growth. It disrupts the formation of the cell wall (outer layer), which is essential for bacteria's survival. Sulbactam inhibits the action of beta-lactamase, an enzyme produced by the bacteria to destroy antibiotics (cefotaxime).

People allergic to penicillin should not take Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection as they may develop cross-sensitivity (sensitivity to drugs with similar structures). Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection contains cefotaxime, which has a similar structure to that of penicillin.

The common side-effects of Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection are pain and swelling at the injection site, skin rash, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. These side-effects usually don't require medical attention. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side-effects persist or get worse.

In individuals who have kidney problems, have diabetes and are on a low-salt diet, Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection should be used with caution as this medicine may worsen the condition.

It is advised to let your doctor know that you are taking Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection before undergoing any laboratory tests or having a blood transfusion. Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection may cause diarrhoea in some cases. Consult the doctor if you experience diarrhoea during treatment with Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection.

Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection starts working almost immediately after administering. However, it might take a few days to notice its full effects. To treat your condition effectively complete the duration of treatment.

Consult the doctor if you do not get better or if your condition persists even after completing the duration of treatment with Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection.

The common side effects of Eftim 250mg/125mg Injection are pain and swelling at the injection site, skin rash, diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.