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Ceftrisone is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftrisone have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ceftrisone 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceftrisone as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ceftrisone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ceftrisone's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Ceftrisone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceftrisone related warnings section.
Ceftrisone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ceftrisone are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ceftrisone have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ceftrisone is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ceftrisone 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceftrisone is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Ceftrisone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ceftrisone safely.
Is the use of Ceftrisone safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftrisone has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftrisone on the Kidneys?
Ceftrisone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftrisone on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceftrisone on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceftrisone on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Ceftrisone for the heart.
Ceftrisone 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 Ceftrisone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftrisone habit forming or addictive?
Ceftrisone does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ceftrisone as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ceftrisone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ceftrisone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ceftrisone
Taking Ceftrisone with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftrisone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftrisone with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Ceftrisone 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, Ceftrisone 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.
Ceftrisone works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Ceftrisone does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
Ceftrisone is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
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