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Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml related warnings talks about Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml safe for pregnant women?
Ceftrax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Ceftrax as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml on the Kidneys?
Ceftrax has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml on the Liver?
Ceftrax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml on the Heart?
Ceftrax is not harmful for the heart.
Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml
Taking Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ceftrax 500 Injection 2 Ml and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Occasionally Ceftrax can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Yes, Ceftrax can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Avoid taking Ceftrax with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Ceftrax is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Do not self-administer Ceftrax. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311