Taxim 1 g

Injection · Alkem
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Taxim 1 g is a injection made by Alkem that contains Cefotaxime 1 g. Cefotaxime is a antibiotic injection (cephalosporin): treats serious bacterial infections; given by injection.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Cefotaxime1 g

What it is used for

Treats serious bacterial infections; given by injection.

How it works

A third-generation cephalosporin injection for meningitis, pneumonia and serious infections, including in newborns.

How to take it

Given into a vein or muscle by a health professional, usually in hospital.

Common side effects

  • Pain at injection site
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash

Get medical help straight away if

  • Allergic reaction
  • Severe diarrhoea

Be careful

Given by a health professional.

Other medicines and interactions

Caution with penicillin allergy.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Used in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed.

Common questions

What is Taxim 1 g?

Taxim 1 g is a injection by Alkem containing Cefotaxime 1 g.

What is Taxim 1 g used for?

Treats serious bacterial infections; given by injection.

How should I take Taxim 1 g?

Given into a vein or muscle by a health professional, usually in hospital. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Taxim 1 g?

Common side effects include: Pain at injection site, diarrhoea, rash. Get medical help straight away for: Allergic reaction, severe diarrhoea.

Does Taxim 1 g need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Taxim 1 g in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Used in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed.

What are the substitutes for Taxim 1 g?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.