About ceftriaxon e sodium
Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic
Used for
- Bacterial infections, including pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections
- Gonorrhoea and certain sexually transmitted infections
- Lyme disease and some bone or joint infections
Usual adult dose
Usually 1–2 g once daily by injection; dose and duration depend on infection.
Usual dose in children
Usually 50–75 mg/kg once daily; meningitis may require 100 mg/kg daily, under medical supervision.
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea, nausea, or rash
- Injection-site pain
- Changes in blood counts or liver tests
- Rare severe allergic reactions or antibiotic-associated colitis
Important warnings
- Not for viral infections such as colds or flu.
- Avoid with serious allergy to ceftriaxone or other cephalosporins.
- Newborns with jaundice or receiving intravenous calcium may face serious risks.
- Use carefully with kidney or liver disease; severe diarrhoea needs assessment.
Pregnancy
Generally used when clinically needed; a clinician weighs benefits and risks.
Breastfeeding
Usually compatible; monitor the infant for diarrhoea or thrush.
Interactions
- Calcium-containing intravenous solutions in newborns can cause dangerous precipitation.
- Warfarin and other anticoagulants may increase bleeding risk.
- Chloramphenicol may interfere with ceftriaxone's antibacterial effect.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.