Cetriax Information
Cetriax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Cetriax have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cetriax is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Cetriax side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cetriax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Cetriax has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cetriax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cetriax can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cetriax in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cetriax contraindications section.
Additionally, Cetriax may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cetriax is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cetriax Benefits & Uses
Cetriax is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Cetriax Dosage & How to Take
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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Cetriax Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cetriax is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Sore throat
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Headache
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- पेट की गैस
- Flushing
Cetriax Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cetriax safe for pregnant women?
Cetriax is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Cetriax safe during breastfeeding?
Cetriax may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Kidneys?
Cetriax rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Liver?
Side effects of Cetriax rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Heart?
Cetriax is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cetriax with Other Drugs
Cetriax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cetriax Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cetriax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Jaundice
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Syphilis
Frequently asked Questions about Cetriax
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Is this Cetriax habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cetriax.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cetriax. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Cetriax is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cetriax for mental disorders.
No
Cetriax Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cetriax
It is safe to take Cetriax with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetriax
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cetriax and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cetriax
Question over 7 years ago
What is Cetriax?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Cetriax 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Cetriax cause liver toxicity?
Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Cetriax 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.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Cetriax help in preventing cold?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
Cetriax 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.
Question about 7 years ago
Can Cetriax cause hemolytic anemia?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Occasionally Cetriax 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Cetriax used in the treatment of typhoid fever?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
Yes Cetriax is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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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
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
