Cefoxitin is a drug that has Kefox (ABL) as its similar.
This medicine is an antibacterial for injectable use, used in the treatment and prevention of infections. Cefoxitin is used frequently for gonorrhea and in preparation for cesarean ..
Indications of Cefoxitin
Uncomplicated gonorrhea; uncomplicated urethral gonorrhea; joint infection; skin and soft tissue infection; abdominal infection; bone infection; pelvic infection in women; cesarean surgery; urinary infection; pneumonia.
Side Effects of Cefoxitin
Diarrhea; inflammation of the vein; reaction at the injection site.
Contraindications of Cefoxitin
Pregnancy risk B; women in the lactation phase; susceptible to penicillin.
How to use Cefoxitin
Injectable Use
Adults
- Infection (uncomplicated): Administer 1 g of Cefoxitin, every 6 or 8 hours, intramuscularly or intravenously.
- Infection (moderate to severe): Administer 2 g of Cefoxitin, every 6 or 8 hours, intravenously.
- Cesaria Surgery : Administer 2 g immediately after umbilical cord rupture, administer intravenously.
