Ceftrex Injection 250mg

About Ceftrex Injection 250mg

Ceftrex Injection 250mg Uses

• Treats community acquired and hospital acquired pneumonia.
• Manages urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
• Used for bacterial meningitis in adults and children.
• Treats skin and soft tissue infections including cellulitis.
• Given before major surgery to prevent postoperative infection.

Ceftrex Injection 250mg Benefits

• Works against a wide range of gram positive and gram negative bacteria.
• Needs only once daily dosing in most adult infections.
• Reaches high concentration in blood, tissue, and cerebrospinal fluid.
• Stays effective even in patients with mild kidney impairment.
• Available at an affordable price across Pakistani pharmacies.

Ceftrex Injection 250mg is stocked in hospitals across Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. Patients in these cities can find it at major pharmacies and hospital counters.

This injection is part of standard treatment protocols in Pakistani hospitals. Emergency wards keep it ready for sepsis and severe infections.

Doctors prefer ceftriaxone based injections for their reliable supply and safety record. The medicine stays affordable for patients across different income groups.

Drug Class

• Belongs to the third generation cephalosporin class.
• Classified as a beta lactam antibiotic.
• Works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
• Related to other cephalosporins like cefotaxime and ceftazidime.

Ceftrex Injection 250mg formula

• Ceftriaxone

Available forms

• Injection

How to use Ceftrex Injection 250mg?

• Administered by a doctor or trained nurse in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Given as a slow intravenous infusion or deep intramuscular injection.
• Reconstituted with the correct diluent immediately before administration.
• Dose and frequency depend on the type and severity of infection.
• Not intended for self administration at home.

Drug Interactions

Ceftrex Injection 250mg can interact with certain medicines and intravenous fluids. Tell your doctor about all medicines you are taking.

• Calcium containing products: Should not be mixed or given through the same line, especially in newborns.
• Blood thinners like warfarin: May increase the risk of bleeding.
• Aminoglycoside antibiotics: Combined use requires kidney function monitoring.
• Probenecid: Does not significantly change ceftriaxone clearance but caution is advised with other renal drugs.
• Live vaccines: Vaccination should be delayed until treatment is completed when possible.

Risks and warnings

• Allergy history: Avoid this injection if you have had a reaction to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Kidney and liver disease: Use with caution and dose adjustment under medical supervision.
• Newborns: Do not give with calcium containing intravenous solutions due to risk of fatal precipitates.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only when the doctor considers it clearly necessary.
• Gallbladder disease: Watch for biliary sludging with prolonged or high dose therapy.

Side Effects

Ceftrex Injection 250mg can cause mild reactions in some patients. Most side effects are manageable and improve once treatment ends.

• Pain or swelling at the injection site.
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
• Skin rash or itching.
• Mild elevation in liver enzymes.
• Headache or dizziness.

Serious side effects are uncommon but need immediate medical attention. Contact a doctor right away if any of these occur.

• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face or throat.
• Severe watery or bloody diarrhea suggesting colon infection.
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes.
• Unusual bleeding or bruising.
• Seizures in patients with kidney problems.

Storage Conditions

Store below 25 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the vial in its original packaging until ready for use. Discard the reconstituted solution after use and keep out of reach of children.