C Tri is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of C Tri have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of C Tri is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of C Tri have been listed ahead. Such side effects of C Tri 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.
C Tri's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if C Tri has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the C Tri related warnings section.
C Tri can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid C Tri in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of C Tri have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of C Tri with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for C Tri, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
C Tri 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 C Tri safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take C Tri without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of C Tri safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take C Tri as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of C Tri on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of C Tri on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of C Tri on the Liver?
Side effects of C Tri rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of C Tri on the Heart?
C Tri is completely safe for the heart.
C Tri 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 C Tri unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this C Tri habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of C Tri has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the C Tri can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume C Tri only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, C Tri is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and C Tri
Taking C Tri with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and C Tri
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking C Tri with alcohol.
Yes, C Tri is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Occasionally C Tri can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Yes, C Tri can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
C Tri does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
C Tri works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
