Ceftriaxone Flashcards

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Ceftriaxone - Type

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3rd generation cephalosporin antibiotics

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Ceftriaxone - Presentation

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1g ceftriaxone powder for reconstitution

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Ceftriaxone - Actions (2)

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  1. Broad spectrum antibiotic - especially effective against gram-negative bacteria
  2. Effective crossing of blood brain barrier
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Ceftriaxone - Use

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Suspected meningoccal disease, in acutely ill patients

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Ceftriaxone - Adverse effects (3)

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  1. Hypersensitivity reactions (not common)
  2. Diarrhoea
  3. Skin rash
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Ceftriaxone - Contraindication

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Known sensitivity to cephalosporins

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Ceftriaxone - Precaution

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It is possible that 20% patients with penicillin allergy may be sensitive to ceftriaxone

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Ceftriaxone - Dose

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Adult & Paediatric - 50mg/kg to a total of 2g (40kg)
Make up to 10ml with normal saline, give over 2-4 minute.
May be given IM (if over 1g give in 2 doses)

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