Brand Names:
Mefoxitin


Drug Type: Antibiotic

Cefoxitin

Cefoxitin is a semi-synthetic, broad-spectrum second-generation injectable cephalosporin antibiotic. It is active against a broad range of gram-negative bacteria including anaerobes.

Note: Cephalosporins may disturb the normal intestinal microflora of poultry, particularly when administered orally and at high doses.
  • 50-100 mg/kg IM, IV q6-12h
injectable solution
  • Allopurinol: Cefoxitin may decrease the excretion rate of Allopurinol which could result in a higher serum level.
  • Amphotericin B:The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Amphotericin B is combined with Cefoxitin.
  • Ampicillin:Cefoxitin may decrease the excretion rate of Ampicillin which could result in a higher serum level.
  • Bacitracin:The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Bacitracin is combined with Cefoxitin.