Sab-Cefotaxime 500 mg and 1 g Injection
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 18 December 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: usual 2 g daily in 2 doses; max 12 g. Gonorrhea: 1 g single dose.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: varies
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Caution in pregnancy; excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Aminoglycosides
- Loop diuretics
- Probenecid
Contraindications
- Allergy to cephalosporins
Common side effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Skin rashes
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
Counselling Points
- Report any allergic reactions
- Stay hydrated
- Complete the full course
Serious warnings
- Risk of pseudomembranous colitis
- Monitor for hypersensitivity
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