Ceftrum

Description

A. Salt Composition:

• Ceftriaxone 1 gm per vial.

B. Product Introduction:

• Ceftrum contains Ceftriaxone, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is used in injectable form for the treatment of serious bacterial infections. Ceftriaxone works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, making it effective against a wide range of bacterial infections. This product is intended for intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) use.

C. Uses of Ceftrum Injection:

• Respiratory Tract Infections: Used for severe pneumonia, bronchitis, and other respiratory infections.
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTI): Effective for treating complicated UTIs.
• Meningitis: Used in the treatment of bacterial meningitis.
• Sepsis: Used for severe systemic infections leading to sepsis.
• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Effective for treating various skin infections.
• Abdominal Infections: Treats intra-abdominal infections such as peritonitis.

D. Side Effects of Ceftrum Injection:

• Common Side Effects:
  • Pain at the injection site
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Fever
• Serious Side Effects:
  • Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
  • Liver dysfunction (yellowing of skin or eyes)
  • Blood disorders (low white blood cell or platelet count)
  • Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
  • Gallbladder problems (e.g., gallstones or sludge)

This medication should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare provider, and the dosage should be adjusted based on the specific condition and patient factors.