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Traxol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Traxol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Traxol. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Traxol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Traxol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Traxol's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Traxol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Traxol related warnings section.
Traxol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Traxol in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Traxol contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Traxol have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Traxol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Traxol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Traxol safe for pregnant women?
Traxol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Traxol safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Traxol on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Traxol on the Kidneys?
Traxol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Traxol on the Liver?
Side effects of Traxol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Traxol on the Heart?
Traxol is not harmful for the heart.
Traxol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Traxol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Traxol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Traxol has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Traxol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Traxol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Traxol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Traxol
It is safe to take Traxol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Traxol
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Traxol with alcohol.
Traxol is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Discontinuing Traxol in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Traxol with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Occasionally Traxol can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Rarely Traxol can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311