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Common ceftriaxone side effects include unexplained rash, diarrhea, and increased liver enzymes. This eMedTV article discusses these and other side effects of ceftriaxone, including information on what to do if more serious side effects occur.
Ceftriaxone is used to treat bacterial infections and prevent infection during surgery. This eMedTV page explains that ceftriaxone is effective against bacteria but not against infections caused by viruses, and also lists off-label ceftriaxone uses.
As this eMedTV article explains, your doctor may perform a physical exam and look at a stool sample in order to make a diagnosis of Vibrio cholerae (the cause of cholera). This page discusses the process of making a Vibrio cholerae diagnosis.
The dosage of Biocef for bacterial infections in adults ranges from 250 mg to 1000 mg. This eMedTV article lists factors that can affect dosing with Biocef and provides information on doses for infections and bacterial endocarditis.
