Cefotaxime is an antibiotic that's given as an injection through the vein or muscle, typically by a healthcare provider in the hospital. It treats many different types of bacterial infections. It can also be used before surgery to prevent infections. It's sometimes more preferred over other similar antibiotics because it's less likely to cause bleeding and gallbladder problems.
Lower respiratory tract infections
Urinary tract infections
Pelvic infections
Bloodstream infections
Skin infections
Stomach infections
Bone and joint infections
Brain and spinal cord infections
Certain sexually transmitted infections
Prevention of infections from certain surgeries
Lower respiratory tract infections
Urinary tract infections
Pelvic infections
Bloodstream infections
Skin infections
Stomach infections
Bone and joint infections
Brain and spinal cord infections
Certain sexually transmitted infections
Prevention of infections from certain surgeries
Lower respiratory tract infections (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Skin infections (e.g., cellulitis)
Bloodstream infections
Preventing infection from surgery
Respiratory tract infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Skin infections
Liver and gallbladder infections
Bone and joint infections
Genital infections
Bloodstream infections
Heart infections
Prevention of infection from surgery
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