Ceftriaxone Antibiotic

• Ceftriaxone

Ceftriaxone is a prescription antibiotic that is used to stop and prevent infections. This page from the eMedTV archives offers an overview of ceftriaxone and explains how it works, how it is taken, and what some of its possible side effects are.

• Ceftriaxone Side Effects

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 Uses

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.

• Ceftriaxone Dosage

As this eMedTV page explains, ceftriaxone dosing varies. Dosages for bacterial infections range from 250 mg to 2 grams 1 to 2 times daily. The dose used to prevent infection during surgery is 1 gram given from 30 minutes to 2 hours before surgery.

• Ceftriaxone Drug Interactions

Ceftriaxone drug interactions can occur with medicines like warfarin, probenecid, and sulfinpyrazone. This eMedTV article explains how this can significantly increase the amount of ceftriaxone in your body and what your doctor may do if this happens.

• Ceftriaxone Precautions and Warnings

This eMedTV page lists ceftriaxone precautions and warnings, including side effects and drug interactions. Newborns with extremely high levels of bilirubin and people who are allergic to ceftriaxone or its inactive ingredients should not take it.

• Ceftriaxone and Pregnancy

Ceftriaxone is a pregnancy Category B medicine. As this eMedTV segment explains, it may be given to a pregnant woman if its benefits to the pregnant woman outweigh possible risks to the unborn child. This article highlights ceftriaxone and pregnancy.