Ceftriaxone Injection IP

Ceftriaxone 1gm Injection- Professionals prescribe this medicine to treat various conditions such as Bacterial Meningitis (an infection of the meninges, the protective layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord), Bacterial Septicemia (an infection that spreads when a large number of bacteria enters the blood), Gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted infection or STI caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women), Urinary Tract Infection , Community-Acquired Pneumonia or CAP (a lung infection- pneumonia that is acquired outside the hospital), Bone and joint infections (osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone and septic arthritis is an infection in a joint), Skin and soft tissue infections, Acute bacterial otitis media (an infection of the middle ear), Pelvic inflammatory disease (an infection of the female reproductive organs caused by bacteria), Intra-abdominal Infections (peritonitis, pancreatitis, diverticulitis, cholecystitis, and cholangitis), Bacteraemia (presence of bacteria in the blood), Bronchitis (the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs), Bacterial endocarditis (an infection in the inner lining of the heart caused by bacteria), Lyme disease (an infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi).

Chemical Class: Third-generation cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Mode of Action: Ceftriaxone works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

Habit-forming: No habit-forming tendencies were reported for this medicine.

Medicinal Uses

• Professionals prescribe this medicine to treat various conditions such as Bacterial Meningitis (an infection of the meninges, the protective layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord), Bacterial Septicemia (an infection that spreads when a large number of bacteria enters the blood), Gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted infection or STI caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women), Urinary Tract Infection , Community-Acquired Pneumonia or CAP (a lung infection- pneumonia that is acquired outside the hospital), Bone and joint infections (osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone and septic arthritis is an infection in a joint), Skin and soft tissue infections, Acute bacterial otitis media (an infection of the middle ear), Pelvic inflammatory disease (an infection of the female reproductive organs caused by bacteria), Intra-abdominal Infections (peritonitis, pancreatitis, diverticulitis, cholecystitis, and cholangitis), Bacteraemia (presence of bacteria in the blood), Bronchitis (the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs), Bacterial endocarditis (an infection in the inner lining of the heart caused by bacteria), Lyme disease (an infection caused by Borrelia burgdorferi).

Side Effects

Major and minor side effects of Ceftriaxone 1gm Injection include-

• Black or tarry stools
• Chills
• Difficulty or painful urination
• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Dizziness
• Acid or sour stomach
• Weakness
• Excessive air or gas in the stomach
• Pain at the injection site
• Rash
• Abnormal liver function test

The symptoms associated with this medication typically diminish over time. However, should a patient experience any discomfort or severity in symptoms, immediate medical attention should be sought.

Precautions

1. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medicine unless prescribed by a professional.
2. Use this medicine with caution if you had/have hemolytic anemia, diarrhea, etc.
3. Alcohol consumption and smoking cigarettes should be strictly avoided as it can worsen your condition.
4. Drink plenty of fluids, have a nutritious diet, and rest well.

WARNINGS

1. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to its active or inactive ingredients, as it may cause severe discomfort.
2. Patients who had/have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), hyperbilirubinemia (excess bilirubin in the blood), gall bladder disease, pancreatitis, seizures, and kidney or liver disease should avoid using this medicine as it can serious reactions.
3. Prolonged or excessive use of this medicine is not advised.
4. Children should be this medicine based on medical advice.

Directions for Use

• Injectables are supposed to be induced under the supervision of a clinical practitioner. Please go to your nearby pharmacy, clinic, or hospital for your dosages.
• Do not self-administer the injectable.
• Get plenty of rest after receiving the dose and drink plenty of fluids.
• Check the dosage instructions, storage requirements, and warnings mentioned on the label before use.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place, avoid extreme temperatures. Ensure that children and pets cannot access it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q) How does the Ceftriaxone 1gm Injection work?

Ans) Ceftriaxone works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

Q) Can I use the Ceftriaxone 1gm Injection with other medications?

Ans) After consultation, your doctor will confirm you with this information.

Q) What are the side effects of Ceftriaxone 1gm Injection?

Ans) Common side effects include- weakness, excessive air or gas in the stomach, pain at the injection site, rash, abnormal liver function test, etc.

Q) Where can I buy the Ceftriaxone 1gm Injection?

Ans) You can purchase the medicine at your local pharmacies, only with a prescription.