A Trax 250mg Injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is a trax 250mg injection used for?
A Trax 250mg Injection contains Ceftriaxone, a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, and urinary tract infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This injection is administered intramuscularly or intravenously under medical supervision.
- Generic Name: Ceftriaxone
- Manufacturer: Abron Healthcare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ a trax 250mg injection Uses & Benefits
Lower respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, intra-abdominal infections, meningitis, surgical prophylaxis
Off-label uses: Lyme disease, Syphilis, Gonococcal infections
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ceftriaxone |
| Brand Name | Accuzon 1g Injection |
| Manufacturer | Abron Healthcare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 3 generation |
| Route of Administration | Intramuscular or intravenous |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light; reconstituted solution stable for 24 hours at room temperature or 3 days refrigerated |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), inhibiting transpeptidase activity, and activating autolytic enzymes
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take a trax 250mg injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of a trax 250mg injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Injection site reactions (pain, induration)
- Rash
- Eosinophilia
- Thrombocytosis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea
- Hemolytic anemia
- Seizures
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Biliary sludge or pseudolithiasis
- Agranulocytosis
- Interstitial nephritis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased risk of side effects |
| Probenecid | Moderate | Reduced elimination of ceftriaxone |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Alcohol
- Calcium-containing solutions
โก Moderate Interactions
- Aminoglycosides
- Loop diuretics
- Probenecid
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- BCG vaccine
- Typhoid vaccine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Disulfiram-like reaction (flushing, headache, nausea, vomiting) possible
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to ceftriaxone or any cephalosporin; hyperbilirubinemic neonates (especially premature); concomitant use with calcium-containing IV solutions in neonates
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, CBC, signs of superinfection, bleeding tendencies
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk in low concentrations; generally considered compatible with breastfeeding
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may reduce serum levels
โฐ Missed Dose
Administer as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule
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