Formulation:
Injection vial
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Manufacturer:
Roche Pharmaceuticals
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Alternate Names:Rocephin (cefttriaxone)
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What is Rocephin (cefttriaxone) used for? |
Rocephin (cefttriaxone) is used to prevent or treat serious infections caused by certain bacteria.
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When should Rocephin (cefttriaxone) not be taken?
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Do not take Rocephin (cefttriaxone) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Rocephin (cefttriaxone) or to similar medications |
What precautions should I follow when taking Rocephin (cefttriaxone) ?
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Before using Rocephin (cefttriaxone), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are allergic to penicillins if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Rocephin (cefttriaxone)?
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Serious, and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactoid) reactions have been reported in patients receiving cephalosporins. The reactions are more likely to occur in persons with a history of sensitivity to multiple allergens. Rocephin (cefttriaxone) should be administered with caution to patients with type I hypersensitivity reaction to penicillin. If an allergic reaction occurs, the administration of Rocephin (cefttriaxone) should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. |
What are the side effects of Rocephin (cefttriaxone)?
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Most severe: Severe allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, face, tongue, and throat); ringing in the ears.
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Most common: Diarrhea.
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Other: Rash.
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How should I take Rocephin (cefttriaxone)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Rocephin (cefttriaxone) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Rocephin (cefttriaxone) should only be given by a health care provider who is experienced in the use of Rocephin (cefttriaxone). If severe diarrhea, stomach pain/cramps, or bloody stools occur, contact your health care provider at once. This could be a symptom of a serious side effect requiring instant medical attention. Do not treat diarrhea without talking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Rocephin (cefttriaxone). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medicines without talking with your health care provider.
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How should Rocephin (cefttriaxone) be stored?
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Allow frozen solutions to thaw at room temperature before use. Throw any unused portion. Do not refreeze. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Rocephin (cefttriaxone), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Rocephin (cefttriaxone) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Rocephin (cefttriaxone). If you have any questions about Rocephin (cefttriaxone), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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