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Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection Substitute

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Composition:

CEFOTAXIME-1000MG + SULBACTAM-500MG

Uses:

<p>Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Lower Respiratory Tract Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is effective in treating infections in the airways (bronchitis) and lungs (pneumonia) caused by susceptible bacteria.</li><li><strong>Genital Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea.</li><li><strong>Central Nervous System Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection helps treat bacterial meningitis and other infections of the spinal cord and brain.</li><li><strong>Intra-abdominal Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is effective in treating infections within the abdominal cavity, such as peritonitis and abdominal abscesses.</li><li><strong>Gynaecological Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections of the female reproductive tract, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (infection affecting the ovaries or womb).</li><li><strong>Bone and Joint Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is prescribed for infections of the bone (osteomyelitis) and joints (septic arthritis) caused by susceptible bacteria.</li><li><strong>Urinary Tract Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection helps treat bacterial infections affecting the bladder (cystitis), ureter (ureteritis), and kidneys (pyelonephritis).</li><li><strong>Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is effective in treating bacterial infections of the skin and underlying tissues, such as wounds, abscesses, and cellulitis.</li><li><strong>Bloodstream Infections:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection helps treat certain bloodstream infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as septicemia and bacteremia.</li><li><strong>Infective Endocarditis:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is used to treat endocarditis (infection of the heart lining and valves) caused by susceptible bacteria.</li><li><strong>Surgical Prophylaxis:</strong> Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection may be administered before surgery to prevent bacterial infections, especially in gastrointestinal or gynaecological procedures.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection contains Cefotaxime and Sulbactam. Cefotaxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic, whereas Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Qutax S 1000mg/500mg 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

Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections.

Qutax S 1000mg/500mg 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 Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection as they may develop cross-sensitivity (sensitivity to drugs with similar structures). Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection contains cefotaxime, which has a similar structure to that of penicillin.

The common side-effects of Qutax S 1000mg/500mg 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, Qutax S 1000mg/500mg 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 Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection before undergoing any laboratory tests or having a blood transfusion. Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection may cause diarrhoea in some cases. Consult the doctor if you experience diarrhoea during treatment with Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection.

Qutax S 1000mg/500mg 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 Qutax S 1000mg/500mg Injection.

The common side effects of Qutax S 1000mg/500mg 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.

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