Mactax 1000mg Injection 1.0 Injection in 1 vial

Last Updated: October 2nd, 2025

Mactax 1000mg Injection is a product of Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Composition: Cefotaxime (1000mg)

Pack of 1 injection

₹ 41.94

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All Details About Mactax 1000mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Mactax 1000mg Injection

Description:

Mactax 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

Mactax 1000mg Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. 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. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. 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 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:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

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 Mactax

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Mactax 1000mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mactax 1000mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mactax 1000mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Mactax 1000mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Mactax 1000mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Mactax 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mactax 1000mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mactax 1000mg Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Mactax 1000mg Injection is recommended.

FAQs:

Is Mactax 1000mg Injection the same as penicillin?

No, Mactax 1000mg Injection is not the same as penicillin. Mactax 1000mg Injection belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Mactax 1000mg Injection 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 Mactax 1000mg Injection treat?

Mactax 1000mg Injection 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).

Is Mactax 1000mg Injection effective?

Mactax 1000mg Injection 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 Mactax 1000mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How is Mactax 1000mg Injection administered?

Mactax 1000mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Mactax 1000mg Injection.

What if I do not get better after using Mactax 1000mg Injection?

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 the use of Mactax 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Mactax 1000mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Mactax 1000mg Injection 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.

How long does Mactax 1000mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Mactax 1000mg Injection 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. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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