Cefoxitin Medication Information

Get detailed information on Cefoxitin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Cefoxitin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Cefoxitin

Pronunciation : sef-OX-i-tin

ICD Code : Y40.1 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Cefoxitin

International :

Mefoxin

Why is Cefoxitin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for serious infections such as respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, septicemia, and others. It works by fighting against the bacteria in the body.

When should Cefoxitin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cefoxitin?

Adults- IV- The recommended dose range is 1 gram to 2 grams every six to eight hours.
Pediatric Patients
The recommended dosage is 80 to 160 mg/kg of body weight per day divided into four to six equal doses.

How should Cefoxitin be taken?

It comes as powder for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Cefoxitin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of stomach problems, blood clotting problems, kidney or liver impairment, myasthenia gravis, poor nutrition, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children less than 10 years old, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause secondary infection, avoid long-term use of this medication.

• Monitor kidney or liver functions and blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Cefoxitin?

Local Reactions - Swelling (inflammation) of vein.
Allergic Reactions - Rash, hives, flushing, itching, eosinophilia, fever, difficulty in breathing, and other allergic reactions including anaphylaxis, and angioedema.
Heart - Low blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
Central Nervous System - Myasthenia gravis.
Blood - Eosinophilia, decrease in white blood cells, platelets, anemia, and bone marrow depression.
Liver Function - Elevations in liver enzymes.