Trax 250 mg/vial (IV Injection)
250 mg vial: ৳ 90.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ceftriaxone sodium |
| Company | Medimet pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Lower respiratory tract infections
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Gonorrhea
- Bacterial Septicemia
- Bone and joint infections
- Meningitis
- Prevention of postoperative infections
- Perioperative prophylaxis of infections associated with surgery
Pharmacology
Ceftriaxone is a 3rd generation broad-spectrum parenteral cephalosporin antibiotic.
Mode of Action
Potent bactericidal activity against a wide range of bacteria
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 1 to 2 gm by intravenous or intramuscular administration once a day
- Maximum adult dose: 4 gm/day
- Uncomplicated gonococcal infections: 250 mg IM as a single dose
- Surgical prophylaxis: 1 g IV as a single dose 30 to 120 minutes before surgery
- Infants and children dosage: 50 to 75 mg/kg intravenous or intramuscular administration once a day
- Duration of therapy: 4 to 14 days
Administration
- Preparation of Solutions for Intramuscular / Intravenous Injections
- Administration over a period of 30 minutes at concentration between 10 mg/mL and 40 mg/mL
Interaction
No drug interactions reported
Contraindications
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastro-intestinal effects
- Cutaneous reactions including rash, pruritus, urticaria
- Hematologic reactions
- Hepatic reactions
- CNS reactions
- Local phlebitis
Pregnancy & Lactation
Safety in human pregnancy not established. Caution during lactation.
Precautions & Warnings
- Anaphylactic shock precautions
- Gallbladder condition precautions
- Blood picture monitoring
Use in Special Populations
Must not be given to neonates if premature and newborn
Overdose Effects
No specific antidote. Treatment should be symptomatic
Therapeutic Class
Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children