Side effect(s) of Ceftriaxone

Last Updated on Apr 20, 2023

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.

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.