Ceftriaxone

Question 1

Indications - Ceftriaxone

Answer 1

• Septic Shock
• Gastrointestinal Bleed

-Treatment of susceptible infections due to mainly gram-negative aerobic organisms (some gram-positive).

Question 2

Adult dosing for Ceftriaxone?

Answer 2

Adult: 1-2 g IV/IO

Question 3

Contraindications for Ceftriaxone Admin (2)

Answer 3

• Hypersensitivity
• Hemolytic anemia
  Do not administer with calcium containing IV solutions (ringers’ lactate) as a precipitate may form

Question 4

Pediatric dose for Ceftriaxone?

Answer 4

Pediatric: 100 mg/kg to a max of 2 g IV/IO