What side effects may I notice from receiving Cefotaxime?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-dark urine
-difficulty breathing, wheezing
-irregular heartbeat
-feeling faint
-fever
-pain or difficulty passing urine
-pain, swelling and irritation at the injection site
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-seizures
-unusual bleeding, bruising
-unusually weak or tired

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-diarrhea
-headache
-nausea, vomiting
-vaginal itch, irritation

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Cefotaxime. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.