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Ceftrian is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Ceftrian have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ceftrian. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceftrian as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ceftrian go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ceftrian is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ceftrian's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ceftrian 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 Ceftrian are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ceftrian with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceftrian, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceftrian 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 |
Adult |
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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 Ceftrian safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ceftrian without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ceftrian safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Ceftrian as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Ceftrian on the Kidneys?
Ceftrian may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftrian on the Liver?
Ceftrian is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftrian on the Heart?
Ceftrian is completely safe for the heart.
Ceftrian 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 Ceftrian unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftrian habit forming or addictive?
Ceftrian is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ceftrian as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ceftrian is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ceftrian is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ceftrian
Taking Ceftrian with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftrian
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftrian with alcohol will be.
Occasionally Ceftrian can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Do not self-administer Ceftrian. 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.
Yes, Ceftrian 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.
Discontinuing Ceftrian in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Rarely Ceftrian can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
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