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Cetriax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Cetriax have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cetriax is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Cetriax side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cetriax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Cetriax has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cetriax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cetriax can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cetriax in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cetriax contraindications section.
Additionally, Cetriax may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cetriax is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cetriax 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 Cetriax safe for pregnant women?
Cetriax is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cetriax safe during breastfeeding?
Cetriax may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Kidneys?
Cetriax rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Liver?
Side effects of Cetriax rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Heart?
Cetriax is completely safe for the heart.
Cetriax 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 Cetriax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetriax habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cetriax.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cetriax. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cetriax is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cetriax for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cetriax
It is safe to take Cetriax with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetriax
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cetriax and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Cetriax is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Do not self-administer Cetriax. 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, Cetriax can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
No, you can not buy Cetriax over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Avoid taking Cetriax 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.
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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
