Ceftriaxone / Rocephin

Question 1

What doses do we have?

Answer 1

250mg, 500mg, 1g

Question 2

What is it used for?

Answer 2

Usually for infections, mainly gonorrhea

Question 3

How does it work?

Answer 3

Binds to bacterial cell wall

Question 4

What are contraindications?

Answer 4

Sensitive to cephalosporins or penicillin

Question 5

What are side effects?

Answer 5

Rash, Diarrhea, Pain at IM site, Anaphylaxis

Question 6

What is the route and dosage for treatment of gonorrhea?

Answer 6

Single dose, IM, 250mg

Question 7

Is this medication reconstituted?

Answer 7

Yes, usually with NaCl or lidocaine, read instructions

Question 8

What is the onset, peak, duration?

Answer 8

Rapid, 1-2hrs, 12-24 hrs.

Question 9

What to assess for before and after giving medication?

Answer 9

Ask for allergy for penicillin or cephalosporins.
Observe for rash, pruritus, laryngeal edema, wheezing
Watch for diarrhea, cramping, fever, bloody stools

Question 10

What to evaluate and tell patient?

Answer 10

Advise about possible superinfection and notify HCP if fever and diarrhea develop