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 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 Cetriax is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Cetriax safe for pregnant women?
Cetriax is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cetriax safe during breastfeeding?
Cetriax may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Kidneys?
Cetriax rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Liver?
Side effects of Cetriax rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cetriax on the Heart?
Cetriax is completely safe for the heart.
Cetriax 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 Cetriax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetriax habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cetriax.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cetriax is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cetriax for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cetriax
It is safe to take Cetriax with food.
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.
Cetriax and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Cetriax is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Cetriax 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.
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.
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.
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