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Trusten, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Trusten have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Trusten depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Trusten have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Trusten are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Trusten's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Trusten has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Trusten related warnings section.
Trusten can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Trusten in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Trusten are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Trusten have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Trusten is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Trusten 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Trusten is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Trusten safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Trusten without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Trusten safe during breastfeeding?
Trusten has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Trusten on the Kidneys?
Trusten has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Trusten on the Liver?
Side effects of Trusten rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Trusten on the Heart?
Using Trusten does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Trusten 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 Trusten unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Trusten habit forming or addictive?
Trusten is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Trusten. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Trusten is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Trusten is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Trusten
It is safe to take Trusten with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Trusten
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Trusten.
Trusten 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.
Avoid taking Trusten 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.
Yes, Trusten can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, you can use Trusten to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Trusten 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.
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