Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic, similar to penicillin, that is used to kill excess bacteria that can cause infections such as:
In addition, it can also be used to help prevent infections after surgery in patients who may develop urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal infections or after cardiovascular surgery.
- This drug can be marketed under the names Rocefin.
- Ceftriax.
- Triaxin or Keftron as an injectable bulb.
- For a price of about 70 reais.
- Administration should be performed by a healthcare professional.
Ceftriaxone is injected into a muscle or vein, and the amount of medicine depends on the type and severity of the infection and the weight of the patient.
The application of ceftriaxone should always be performed by a healthcare professional.The duration of treatment varies depending on the course of the disease.
The most common side effects that may occur during treatment with ceftriaxone are eosinophilia, leukopenia, thrombopenia, diarrhea, soft stools, increased liver enzymes and skin rashes.
This medicine is contraindicated in patients allergic to ceftriaxone, penicillin to any other antibiotic such as cephalosporins or any component present in the formula.
In addition, this medicine should not be used by pregnant or lactating women, except on the recommendation of the doctor.