ECFS

Cefoxitin

C

MEDICATION TYPE

Antibiotic

INDICATIONS

Treatment of Mycobacterium abscessus infections.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Aminoglycosides
Increased risk of Nephrotoxicity.

Anticoagulants
Increased INR with Warfarin / Pirfenidone.

Furosemide
Increased risk of Nephrotoxicity.

Probenecid
Reduced renal excretion of Cefoxitin, resulting in increased and prolonged serum levels.

Typhoid vaccine
Decreased immunological response to vaccine.

NOTES

Used in intensive phase of M. abscessus regimens.

Unverified — pending review

MEDICAL WARNING

Cefoxitin should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Always verify against current BNF and your local CF protocol before prescribing.