Traxol T Kid Injection

Traxol T Injection is an antibiotic medication that contains a combination of ceftriaxone and tazobactam as active ingredients. This Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting the formation of the cell wall and killing various susceptible bacterial organisms.

Traxol T Injection will be administered to you by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and provide detailed information about your medical history before beginning this medication.

Dosage

Overdose

• Your doctor or nurse will give Traxol T Injection, therefore chances of an overdose are rare.
• However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach upset immediately after taking this Injection, inform your doctor or reach out to your nearest hospital as soon as possible.

Missed a Dose

• You will be monitored by your doctor or nurse on when Traxol T Injection should be given to you.
• It is unlikely that the dose will be missed.
• However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.
• It is advisable not to miss any dose of antibiotics as it can fail therapy.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Ceftriaxone acts by killing the bacteria responsible for infections.
• However, bacteria make an enzyme (beta-lactamases) that can destroy ceftriaxone.
• Tazobactam inactivates this enzyme, thereby helping it to function optimally.

Directions for Use

• Traxol T Injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
• Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Traxol T Injection during pregnancy?

Since there is limited safety data available on the use of Traxol T in pregnant women, Traxol T Injection must only be used during pregnancy (in particular in the first trimester of pregnancy) if considered essential by your doctor after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Traxol T Injection while breastfeeding?

• Components of Traxol T Injection pass into breast milk. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the need and benefit.
• If prescribed, monitor your child closely for antibiotic-related side effects like diarrhoea or fungal infection of the mouth.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Traxol T Injection?

You may feel dizzy after taking Traxol T Injection, thus be cautious or avoid driving after taking this Injection.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Traxol T Injection?

Alcohol may worsen the side effect like dizziness along with Traxol T Injection. It is advisable to avoid alcohol if you have taken this Injection.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a history of allergy after taking the antibiotic.
• You have developed diarrhoea after taking Traxol T Injection, immediately inform your doctor.
• You have recently received or are going to receive any product containing calcium.
• You have serious liver and kidney disease.
• You are on a (low sodium) diet.
• You are suffering from gall bladder disease.
• You have anaemia.
• You are suffering from any bowel inflammation disease (colitis).

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to ceftriaxone, tazobactam and any of the ingredients of Traxol T Injection.
• If you are allergic to Cephalosporins, Penicillins, Monobactams and Carbapenems.
• If the patient is a premature baby.
• If a newborn has jaundice or is on calcium Injection treatment.
• If a newborn is suffering from increased bilirubin (liver enzyme) in the blood.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Rash
• Itching and pain at the Injection site
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Traxol T Injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Traxol T Injection should never be given along with Ringer's or Hartmann's solution.
• This Injection alters the action of oral contraceptives. Thus it is advisable to use alternative contraceptive measures like condoms when you are taking this medicine.
• Traxol T Injection should never be given through the IV line through which calcium-containing solutions are given.

Storage and disposal

• Store Traxol T Injection below 25°C protected from light.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Any unused portion should not be stored and should be discarded properly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For how long do I need to take this Traxol T Injection?

You are supposed to complete the prescribed duration of antibiotics by your doctor. Otherwise, there is a possibility of reoccurrence of the infection.

Can the use of Traxol T Injection cause diarrhoea?

Yes, the use of Traxol T Injection can cause diarrhoea along with the desired effect, but not everyone gets them. It is an antibiotic that kills both good and bad bacteria, when good bacteria present in the intestine gets killed it can cause diarrhoea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can the Traxol T Injection use to treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Yes, the Traxol T Injection can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by infection-causing bacteria. Your doctor may prescribe you this medicine based on the condition of your infection and its severity.

What is the dose of Traxol T Injection?

The dose and duration of the treatment with Traxol T Injection will be decided by the doctor. It should be given till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.