Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Mefoxin Injection
Mefoxin Injection
| Generic name | Cefoxitin |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Second generation cephalosporin (cephamycin antibiotic) |
| Forms | Powder for solution (for injection), Solution |
Mefoxin is a sterile injectable antibiotic that belongs to the cephalosporin family of medicines. It is given into a vein by a nurse or other trained health professional to treat or prevent certain bacterial infections.
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