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Celtis injection 500mg
Celtis injection 500mg

Celtis injection 500mg

Generic Name: Ceftriaxone Sodium

Injection
Manufacturer Shaigan Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.
Formula Ceftriaxone Sodium

Price

PKR 125

per pack

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About Celtis injection 500mg

A prescription antibiotic injection used for serious bacterial infections in Pakistan.

Celtis Injection Uses

  • Effective against serious bacterial infections including pneumonia, meningitis, and typhoid fever
  • A trusted option for urinary tract infections that do not respond to oral antibiotics
  • Useful for skin, soft tissue, and bone infections caused by susceptible bacteria
  • Often given before certain surgeries to prevent infection afterward

Celtis Injection Benefits

  • Broad coverage against gram positive and gram negative bacteria
  • One dose per day, convenient for hospital and clinic settings
  • High blood and tissue levels for fast infection control

Doctors in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi hospitals rely on Ceftriaxone for patients who need quick, reliable antibiotic cover.

It is a common first choice in emergency rooms across Pakistan for suspected sepsis and severe respiratory infections.

Your doctor may switch you to an oral antibiotic once your infection starts to improve.

Drug Class

  • Third generation cephalosporin antibiotic

Celtis Injection Uses in Urdu

  • یہ انجیکشن سنگین بیکٹیریل انفیکشنز جیسے نمونیہ اور ٹائیفائیڈ کے علاج کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے
  • پیشاب کی نالی کے انفیکشن میں بھی یہ انجیکشن دیا جاتا ہے
  • جلد، نرم بافتوں اور ہڈیوں کے انفیکشن میں بھی مؤثر ہے
  • بعض آپریشنز سے پہلے انفیکشن سے بچاؤ کے لیے بھی تجویز کیا جاتا ہے

Celtis injection 500mg formula

  • Ceftriaxone Sodium

Available forms

  • Injection

How to use Celtis injection 500mg?

  • Receive this injection only from a doctor, nurse, or trained health worker.
  • Complete the full course even if you start feeling better after a day or two.
  • Tell your doctor about any penicillin or cephalosporin allergy before the first dose.
  • Avoid mixing this injection with calcium containing IV fluids in infants.
  • Store the unused vial as directed and never reuse a partially used vial.

Drug Interactions

  • Calcium Containing Products: Ceftriaxone combined with IV calcium can form harmful particles, a risk taken seriously in infants.
  • Blood Thinners: Ceftriaxone may increase the effect of warfarin and raise bleeding risk.
  • Aminoglycoside Antibiotics: Combined use needs careful kidney function monitoring.
  • Live Vaccines: Recent antibiotic use may reduce the effectiveness of some live vaccines, so timing matters.

Risks and warnings

  • Allergy Risk: Ceftriaxone can cause a serious allergic reaction in people allergic to penicillin or other cephalosporins.
  • Gallbladder Effects: This medicine can cause sludge or stones in the gallbladder, especially with high doses.
  • Newborns: Ceftriaxone is avoided in newborns, especially premature babies, due to a risk of serious complications with calcium products.
  • Kidney Or Liver Disease: Dose adjustment may be needed if you have significant kidney or liver problems.
  • Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Doctors weigh the benefit against the risk before advising this injection during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Side Effects

  • Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
  • Nausea, vomiting, or mild diarrhea
  • Headache or dizziness after the dose
  • Skin rash or itching
  • Changes in taste or loss of appetite
  • Vaginal itching or discharge in women, from a secondary yeast infection
  • Rarely, severe diarrhea from Clostridioides difficile infection

Storage Conditions

Store the vial at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the reconstituted solution in the refrigerator and use within the time your pharmacist specifies. Keep this medicine out of reach of children.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Celtis injection 500mg in Pakistan?

The Celtis injection 500mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 125

What is Celtis injection 500mg used for?

Celtis injection 500mg is used in the following conditions:
Bacterial infections including pneumonia, meningitis, typhoid, urinary tract infections, and skin infections

What is Celtis injection 500mg composed of?

Celtis injection 500mg is composed of:
  • Ceftriaxone Sodium

Do you need a prescription to buy Celtis injection 500mg?

You can buy Celtis injection 500mg without a prescription.