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Ceftriaxone is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftriaxone have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ceftriaxone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ceftriaxone can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ceftriaxone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ceftriaxone has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ceftriaxone related warnings talks about Ceftriaxone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ceftriaxone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ceftriaxone contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ceftriaxone have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceftriaxone, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceftriaxone 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 Ceftriaxone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ceftriaxone without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ceftriaxone safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftriaxone has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftriaxone on the Kidneys?
Ceftriaxone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftriaxone on the Liver?
Side effects of Ceftriaxone rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftriaxone on the Heart?
Ceftriaxone is not harmful for the heart.
Ceftriaxone 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 Ceftriaxone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftriaxone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ceftriaxone has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ceftriaxone, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ceftriaxone can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ceftriaxone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ceftriaxone for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ceftriaxone
Taking Ceftriaxone with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftriaxone
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ceftriaxone.
Ceftriaxone 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.
Yes, Ceftriaxone 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.
Ceftriaxone 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.
Yes, Ceftriaxone 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.
Ceftriaxone and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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