Review the side-effects of Ceftriaxone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, Headache.
Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
Blood- High concentration of eosinophils, platelet counts in the blood, decrease in white blood cells, low prothrombin levels, bleeding.
Lab tests- Increase in liver enzyme, elevated BUN (Blood urea, nitrogen).
Local- Indurations/tightness/warmth.
Genitourinary- Vaginal inflammation.
Miscellaneous- Fatal ceftriaxone-calcium precipitates in lung and kidneys of neonates.
• Hemolytic anemia
• Kidney problems
• Liver problems
Rocephin
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, Headache.
Gastrointestinal- Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
Blood- High concentration of eosinophils, platelet counts in the blood, decrease in white blood cells, low prothrombin levels, bleeding.
Lab tests- Increase in liver enzyme, elevated BUN (Blood urea, nitrogen).
Local- Indurations/tightness/warmth.
Genitourinary- Vaginal inflammation.
Miscellaneous- Fatal ceftriaxone-calcium precipitates in lung and kidneys of neonates.
Other Precautions :
Caution is needed in patients with:• Hemolytic anemia
• Kidney problems
• Liver problems
Drug Name : Ceftriaxone
Ceftriaxone(Rocephin) generic Ceftriaxone is indicated for: • Lower Respiratory Tract Infections • Skin infections • Urinary Tract Infections • Pelvic Inflammatory Disease –infections related to the female genital tract Bacterial Septicemia-infection in the blood • Bone and Joint Infections • Meningitis • Surgical Prophylaxis –To prevent infections during surgery.Trade Names for Ceftriaxone
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Rocephin
