Cefoxitin and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with cefoxitin.
Cefoxitin High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Moderate Potential Hazard, High plausibility
cefoxitin - sodium
Parenteral cefoxitin sodium contains approximately 53 mg (2.3 mEq) of sodium per each gram of cefoxitin activity. The sodium content should be considered in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and fluid retention.
References
- (2002) "Product Information. Mefoxin (cefoxitin)." Merck & Co., Inc
Cefoxitin drug interactions
There are 39 drug interactions with cefoxitin.
Cefoxitin disease interactions
There are 6 disease interactions with cefoxitin which include:
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Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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