Taximax 1.5gm Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection
Description
Taximax powder for injection is an antibiotic combination used to treat many types of bacterial infections. These include lung infections like pneumonia, ear infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, bone and joint infections, and infections in the stomach or abdomen. It can also be used for serious blood infections (sepsis), infections of the brain and spinal cord (meningitis), and certain sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhoea. Targeting harmful bacteria helps your body recover from these illnesses.
It works in two ways. Ceftriaxone kills bacteria by stopping them from building their protective outer wall, which they need to survive. Without this wall, the bacteria break apart and die. Sulbactam helps ceftriaxone work better by blocking the substance that some bacteria produce to protect themselves from antibiotics. This way, the combination can effectively kill bacteria that would otherwise resist treatment.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to ceftriaxone, sulbactam, or similar antibiotics, or if you have had severe allergic reactions to penicillin or cephalosporins. It should not be given to newborns with jaundice or those needing calcium treatment through a vein. People with both severe liver and kidney problems should also avoid it unless advised otherwise by their doctor. Common side effects include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, mouth or tongue soreness, skin rash, itching, and hives.
Some medicines may interact with Taximax powder for injection. Probenecid can slow the removal of sulbactam from the body, increasing its effect. Ceftriaxone may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills, so you should use an extra non-hormonal method like condoms during treatment and for one month after. Always let your doctor know about any medicines you are taking, including herbal supplements. A doctor or nurse usually gives this medicine, so you are unlikely to miss a dose or take too much.
During pregnancy, this medicine should only be used if your doctor believes it is clearly needed. While small amounts can pass into breast milk, they may be used during breastfeeding with caution and under medical supervision. Ceftriaxone may cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel unsteady. There is no known interaction with alcohol. Always tell your doctor if you have a history of allergies, stomach or bowel problems, liver or kidney disease, unusual bleeding, or if you develop diarrhoea, rash, or breathing problems during treatment.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹62.22 |
You Save | ₹39.78 (39% on MRP) |
Contains | Sulbactam(500.0 Mg)+Cefotaxime(1000.0 Mg) |
Uses | Antibacterial Infections |
Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to ceftriaxone, sulbactam, or any other similar antibiotics.
- If you have had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics in the past.
- If you are a newborn with jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
- If you are a newborn who needs calcium treatment via a vein.
- If you have ever had a severe reaction to medicines containing beta-lactam antibiotics.
- If your doctor has told you that you have severe liver and kidney problems simultaneously.
Side effects
- Loose stools or diarrhoea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Mouth soreness or inflammation (stomatitis)
- Swelling or soreness of the tongue (glossitis)
- Skin rash
- Itching
- Hives (raised, itchy skin bumps)
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have ever had a severe allergic reaction to antibiotics, especially penicillins, cephalosporins, or multiple allergens.
- You develop symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing, or dizziness.
- You experience diarrhoea during or after treatment, especially if it is severe or contains blood, as this could be a sign of a serious gut problem (pseudomembranous colitis).
- You have kidney or liver problems, as your dose or monitoring may need to be adjusted.
- You have both kidney and liver disease, as your total daily dose may need to be limited.
- You have a history of stomach or bowel problems, especially colitis.
- You are malnourished or have liver disease, as you may need monitoring for blood clotting and possibly vitamin K supplementation.
- You notice unusual bleeding or bruising.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store Taximax powder for injection below 25°C, protect it from direct sunlight.
- Do not store above 25°C and do not freeze.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Discard the unused medicine.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Ceftriaxone works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. It does this by stopping the bacteria from building their protective outer wall, which they need to survive. Without this wall, the bacteria break apart and die, helping the infection clear up....
- Sulbactam helps certain antibiotics, like ceftriaxone, work better. Some bacteria can protect themselves by making a substance that breaks down antibiotics. Sulbactam blocks this protective substance, so the antibiotic can still attack and kill the bacteria....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Probenecid can slow the elimination of sulbactam from the body, which may enhance its effects.
- Ceftriaxone can reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills, so it is important to use an additional non-hormonal method (such as condoms) during treatment and for one month after finishing the medication....
Content Details

Ravindra Ghongade
B. Pharm

Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I tell my doctor before starting this medicine?
Q: Can children take this medicine?
Q: Can it cause fungal or yeast infections?
References
- NAFDAC. Nefzon-SB: Summary of Product Characteristics [Internet]. Abuja (Nigeria): National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control; 2021 Feb [cited 2025 Aug 8].
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation. Drugs [Internet]. New Delhi: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India; [cited 2025 Aug 8].
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