Rocephin

Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium may be described a sterile, semi – synthetic, broad – spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic.

Furthermore, generic Ceftriaxone sodium may also be described as a white to yellowish – orange crystalline powder which dissolves easily in water, dissolves sparingly in Methanol and practically does not dissolve in Ethanol.

• Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium is used to effectively treat varied bacterial infections, respiratory tract infections, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, strep throat (a type of bacterial infection found in children between 5 – 15 years) and tonsillitis, osteomyelitis (a bone infection), septic arthritis (an inflammatory joint infection), otitis media (middle ear infection) and meningitis (inflammation found in tissues surrounding the brain and spinal cord).

• Furthermore, generic Ceftriaxone sodium is also used to effectively treat prostatitis (prostate irritation), a urinary tract infection (UTI), cellulitis (a bacterial skin infection), gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted infection), syphilis (sores on the genital area) and pelvic inflammation disease (PID).

• Lastly, you must keep in mind that Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium is unable to treat viral infections, such as the common cold or flu. Consult your health care professional pertaining to any queries that you may have.

Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium is available in liquid form with strengths of 250mg, 500mg and 1gm respectively. This medication may be administered by injecting the liquid medication into a large muscle, such as your buttock or hip (intramuscular) or may even be combined with certain medicated fluids that will drip through a needle or a catheter placed in your vein (intravenous). The intravenous form of application of generic Ceftriaxone sodium must be administered for a time span of 30 minutes, for a minimum of once or maximum of twice a day, but only after you have consulted your health care professional.

You must also keep in mind that if you are using the intravenous form of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium, your health care professional will administer the injection. However, if you want to administer the injection at home make sure that you ask your health care professional for all the instructions and guidelines necessary. Refrain from administering generic Ceftriaxone sodium at home if you have not fully understood the administration procedure or how to properly dispose of needles, syringes and all the other commodities required during the process.

Prior to using generic Ceftriaxone sodium at home you will need to mix this medication with a liquid (diluent) before using it, but be sure you fully grasp the mixing method properly. You must also fully understand from your health care professional how to store Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium and only use the diluent recommended and provided by your health care professional. Make sure that while on an ongoing administration course of this medication you do not accidentally mix generic Ceftriaxone sodium with any diluent that contains calcium or a TPN (total parenteral nutrition) solution either.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium you do not understand. You must also be sure to use generic Ceftriaxone sodium exactly as directed and refrain from administering a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether administering this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when generic Ceftriaxone sodium is abruptly discontinued. Keep in mind that Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium is not to be used in the case of children.

While on an ongoing course of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

• Sometimes, generic Ceftriaxone sodium may cause the patient to experience diarrhea, a loss of appetite, a bloated sensation, dizziness, nausea, stomach pain, excessive sweating and oral thrush.

• Furthermore, Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium may cause the patient to experience hives, a sore mouth or throat, an upset stomach, unusual bleeding or bruising, an itching sensation, mild fever, palpitations and vomiting.

• Lastly, generic Ceftriaxone sodium may cause the patient to experience skin rashes, stomach cramps, fatigue, white patches in your mouth, headaches, a change in vaginal discharge, chills and weakness.

If you are on an ongoing course of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Ceftriaxone sodium or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements, preservatives, food dyes, iron supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

• Sometimes, Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium interacts with various medications, such as Keflex, Omnicef, Ceftin, Warfarin, Cefaclor and Tobramycin.

• Furthermore, generic Ceftriaxone sodium interacts with various medications, such as Cefadroxil, Gentamicin, Cephalexin, Probenecid, Cefzil and penicillin.

• Lastly, you must know that Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium interacts with any products containing calcium including intravenous solutions, such as Ringer`s solution, Hartmann`s solution and parenteral nutrition.

In case of an application overdose of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Furthermore, an overdose of generic Ceftriaxone sodium may cause one to experience troubled breathing or seizures.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, PAP tests, breast and pelvic tests, a mammogram, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else use your prescribed dosage of generic Ceftriaxone sodium and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery you must consult your health care professional. If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Ceftriaxone sodium inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium passes into breast milk.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of generic Ceftriaxone sodium to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

You must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

If you are using Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium via the intravenous (through the vein) method, first consult your health care professional and then store excess of this medication in the refrigerator or freezer. When it is time to administer your dose generic Ceftriaxone sodium must be removed from the refrigerator 1 hour prior to administration of the same, since it is required to reach room temperature, but be sure to place the medication in a clean, dry and disinfected area. If your health care professional has permitted you to store excess Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium in the refrigerator, do not store more than a 24 – hour supply. Do not refreeze the medication.

Furthermore, if you are being administered generic Ceftriaxone sodium via the intramuscular (through the muscle) method, make it a point to consult your health care professional about the correct method of storage and be sure you have understood the procedure well and then make it a point to store your medication in the exact same way.

Lastly, store either form of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium (intravenous or intramuscular) in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. When not in use keep your supplies in a clean and dry place. You must be sure to throw away any generic Ceftriaxone sodium medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium medication including used needles, syringes, tubing and containers.

• It is very important for the patient to know that before administering Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from a severe stomach disorder, kidney complications, malnourishment or liver complications.

• Furthermore, it is also very important for the patient to know that before administering generic Ceftriaxone sodium they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from an intestinal disorder, gallbladder complications or gastrointestinal complications, such as colitis.

• Lastly, while on an ongoing course of Rocephin generic Ceftriaxone sodium, if you are simultaneously undergoing treatment for diabetes, regularly conduct urine tests to check for the sugar content present using Clinistix or TesTape. However be certain that you do not use Clinitest tablets to check your sugar levels while on an ongoing course of generic Ceftriaxone sodium as this particular medication may cause your tests to become falsely positive, thereby causing an inconvenient situation and confusing your health care professional as well.