MORBIFIX-1000
MRP: 70
Packaging: 1gm
Pack Type: injection
Composition:
Ceftriaxone Sodium 1000mg
Indication:
Typhoid Fever - Septicemia - Pneumonia - Meningitis - Bacteremia - UTIs
Description:
Ceftriaxone Sodium 1000mg is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat moderate to severe bacterial infections. It is available as a sterile injectable powder for intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) administration.
Ceftriaxone works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to cell death. It is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative organisms, and is often used in hospitals for systemic infections.
📌 Indications
Lower respiratory tract infections
Urinary tract infections (UTI)
Skin and soft tissue infections
Intra-abdominal infections
Meningitis
Septicemia
Gonorrhea
Bone and joint infections
Post-operative infections
Typhoid fever
Tags:
- Broad-spectrum coverage for serious infections
- Once-daily dosing due to long half-life
- High tissue penetration including CSF (ideal for meningitis)
- Suitable for hospital and outpatient settings
- Effective against resistant organisms
Usage Information
Dosage
Adults: 1–2g once daily or in two divided doses Severe infections: Up to 4g per day Children: 50–75 mg/kg/day (max 2g/day) Reconstitution: Use sterile water for injection or NS; follow label instructions Route: IV or IM Duration: Based on clinical response; typically 5–14 days
Side Effects
Common: Pain at injection site Diarrhea Nausea or vomiting Rash Serious/Rare: Allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) Hemolytic anemia Superinfection (e.g., fungal) Elevated liver enzymes Gallbladder sludge (especially in children)
Contraindications
Do NOT use if: Allergic to cephalosporins or penicillin Neonates with hyperbilirubinemia (risk of kernicterus) Receiving IV calcium-containing solutions (especially neonates) Caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment
Availability
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