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Arixon 1 g/vial

Injection

Generic: Ceftriaxone

Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Third Generation Cephalosporin (Injectable)

Indications

Serious infections: septicaemia, meningitis, pneumonia, typhoid fever, complicated urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal, bone, joint, skin and soft tissue infections, and gonorrhoea. Also for surgical prophylaxis.

Pharmacology

Ceftriaxone is an injectable third-generation cephalosporin with a long half-life that allows once-daily dosing. It is bactericidal, inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, with broad activity against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: 1-2 g once daily by IM or IV injection; up to 4 g daily in severe infection. Child: 20-80 mg/kg once daily depending on severity (up to 100 mg/kg, maximum 4 g, in meningitis). To be given by a trained health professional.

Side Effects

Diarrhoea, nausea, skin rash, pain at the injection site, raised liver enzymes, changes in blood counts. Rarely: allergic reactions, biliary sludge (pseudo-gallstones), antibiotic-associated colitis.

Precautions & Warnings

Do not mix or give together with calcium-containing IV solutions (e.g. Ringer's lactate). Use with caution in penicillin allergy and in combined severe hepatic and renal impairment. Complete the full prescribed course. Use only on the prescription of a registered physician.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins. Premature neonates, and neonates with jaundice or those receiving calcium-containing IV solutions.

Storage Conditions

Store the dry powder below 25°C, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Use the reconstituted solution promptly, as directed in the leaflet.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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