Ceftriaxone Sodium Injection

• Type: Antibiotic

• Drug Class: Third-generation cephalosporin

• Form: Powder for injection, given intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM)

How It Works

Ceftriaxone works by stopping bacteria from making their cell wall, which causes the bacteria to weaken and die.
It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, meaning it fights many types of bacteria, both gram-positive and gram-negative.

Common Uses

Doctors use ceftriaxone to treat:

• Pneumonia and other chest infections

• Sepsis (serious blood infection)

• Meningitis (infection of the brain and spinal cord)

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

• Skin and soft tissue infections

• Bone and joint infections

• Abdominal infections (often with metronidazole)

• Gonorrhea (single-dose treatment)

Advantages

• Can often be given once daily because it stays in the body for a long time

• Works well for serious infections, including meningitis

• Can be given both IV and IM, making it flexible

Possible Side Effects

• Pain or swelling at injection site

• Diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting

• Mild rash or allergic reaction

• Temporary changes in liver or kidney blood tests

• Rare: gallbladder sludge or stones with prolonged use

• Very rare: severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)

Precautions

• Use with caution if allergic to penicillins or cephalosporins

• Dose adjustments may be needed for severe liver or kidney problems

• Should only be used under a doctor’s supervision to avoid antibiotic resistance