Ceftrivin Injection belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Ceftrivin Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Ceftrivin Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

How does Ceftrivin Injection work?

Ceftrivin Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Does Ceftrivin Injection cause dizziness?

Ceftrivin Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you experience dizziness.

Does Ceftrivin Injection cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Ceftrivin Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Does Ceftrivin Injection affect blood tests?

Ceftrivin Injection may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood test known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Ceftrivin Injection.

Can I take antacids with Ceftrivin Injection?

Do not take antacids along with Ceftrivin Injection; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Ceftrivin Injection.