Cefotik 500mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 24th, 2026

Cefotik 500mg Tablet is a product of Biotiik Healthcare

Composition: Cefotaxime (500mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Cefotik 500mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Cefotik 500mg Tablet

Description:

Cefotik 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

Cefotik 500mg Tablet fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash and diarrhea. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Earlier using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know about all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses:

Bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cefotik 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Cefotik

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Hypersensitivity
Gastrointestinal disorder

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Cefotik 500mg Tablet does not usually cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cefotik 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefotik 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cefotik 500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cefotik 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cefotik 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

FAQs:

Is Cefotik 500mg Tablet the same as penicillin?

No, Cefotik 500mg Tablet is not the same as penicillin. Cefotik 500mg Tablet belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Cefotik 500mg Tablet is active against numerous gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including several with resistance to other antibiotics such as penicillin.

What kind of infections does Cefotik 500mg Tablet treat?

Cefotik 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat conditions such as lower respiratory tract infections (related to the lungs, windpipe and airways), skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, and meningitis (brain related).

Can the use of Cefotik 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Cefotik 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Cefotik 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

What if I do not get better after using Cefotik 500mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Cefotik 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cefotik 500mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

What if I forget to take a dose of Cefotik 500mg Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Cefotik 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Cefotik 500mg Tablet effective?

Cefotik 500mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cefotik 500mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How long does Cefotik 500mg Tablet take to work?

Usually, Cefotik 500mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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