Rocephin

Lyme Polyradiculitis, Chancroid, Whipple Disease + 33 more
Treatment
14 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Rocephin

What is Rocephin

CeftriaxoneThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCeftriaxone is an antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. It is a third-generation cephalosporin, meaning it is stronger than first or second-generation cephalosporins and can penetrate the brain, eyes, and inner ear better. It has a long half-life and can be administered once or twice daily, making it a convenient option. Ceftriaxone is effective against many drug-resistant bacteria, but not methicillin-susceptible S. aureus. It is generally well-tolerated with few side effects.
Rocephinis the brand name
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Rocephin Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Rocephin
Ceftriaxone
1993
165

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Ceftriaxone, commonly known as Rocephin, is approved by the FDA for 14 uses including Bacteria and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease .
Bacteria
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Otitis Media
Meningitis, Bacterial
Bone and Joint Infections
uncomplicated Urinary tract infection bacterial
Bacterial Infections
Postoperative Infections
prophylaxis of Postoperative Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Gonorrhea
Intraabdominal Infections
complicated Bacterial Urinary Tract Infections
Sepsis Bacterial

Effectiveness

How Rocephin Affects PatientsCeftriaxone is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections caused by certain bacteria. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria and preventing them from making their cell walls, which keeps the bacteria from multiplying. Ceftriaxone is resistant to many different kinds of antibiotics, but resistance can still form if the bacteria make changes to their cell wall or make it harder for the antibiotic to enter. It should not be mixed with calcium-containing substances, and its use may cause bile and gallbladder problems.
How Rocephin works in the bodyCeftriaxone stops bacteria from forming their cell walls. It does this by attaching to the enzymes in the bacterial cell wall, which are responsible for forming the wall. When the drug binds to these enzymes, they can no longer do their job, and the cell wall cannot be built. Without a cell wall, the bacteria can't survive.

When to interrupt dosage

The endorsed dosage of Rocephin is contingent upon the indicated condition, including Otitis Media, Conjunctivitis and Sepsis Bacterial. The amount of dosage also depends on the approach of delivery (e.g. Powder, for solution or Solution) outlined in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Lyme Polyradiculitis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Chancroid
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Syphilis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Shigellosis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
prophylaxis of Conjunctivitis gonococcal neonatal
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Intraabdominal Infections
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Prosthetic Joint Infections
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Meningitis, Bacterial
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Sinusitis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Bacterial Infections
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Gonococcal infection of pharynx
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Whipple Disease
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Epiglottitis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Epididymitis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Bacteria
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Vulvovaginitis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Conjunctivitis
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical
Gonorrhea
100.0 mg/mL, , 2000.0 mg, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 200.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg, 10000.0 mg, 100000.0 mg
, Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution, Injection, powder, for solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for solution - Intramuscular, Powder, for solution, Powder, for solution - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Powder, for solution - Intravenous, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution - Intravenous, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical, Intramuscular; Intravenous; Topical

Warnings

Rocephin Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Hyperbilirubinemia
Do Not Combine
calcium-containing IV solution requirement
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Rocephin.
Common Rocephin Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Neomycin
Major
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Ceftriaxone is combined with Neomycin.
Tenofovir
Major
Ceftriaxone may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir.
Tenofovir alafenamide
Major
Ceftriaxone may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir alafenamide.
Tenofovir disoproxil
Major
Ceftriaxone may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir disoproxil.
Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Ceftriaxone.
Rocephin Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much ceftriaxone can increase the risk of kidney stones and kidney failure. Symptoms of overdose are not well known, but may be similar to the medication's side effects. If you have taken too much ceftriaxone, you should receive supportive and symptomatic care as dialysis will not reduce the drug's levels in the body.
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Rocephin Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Rocephin?

Currently, 12 active clinical trials are researching the possible utilization of Rocephin to treat Postoperative Infections, uncomplicated Bacterial Urinary Tract Infections and Whipple Disease.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Bacteria
0 Actively Recruiting
uncomplicated Urinary tract infection bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Lyme Polyradiculitis
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Chancroid
0 Actively Recruiting
Epididymitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Epiglottitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial Infections
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Gonococcal arthritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Syphilis
9 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2
Otitis Media
0 Actively Recruiting
Abscess
0 Actively Recruiting
Conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Prosthetic Joint Infections
4 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable
prophylaxis of Conjunctivitis gonococcal neonatal
0 Actively Recruiting
Meningitis, Bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Shigellosis
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2
complicated Bacterial Urinary Tract Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Gonococcal infection of pharynx
0 Actively Recruiting
Sepsis Bacterial
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable

Rocephin Reviews: What are patients saying about Rocephin?

5Patient Review
11/7/2013
Rocephin for Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
This treatment always works for me. I have a very weak immune system, so this is really helpful.
5Patient Review
11/8/2013
Rocephin for Bacterial Pneumonia caused by Haemophilus Influenzae
The relief was nearly instantaneous. I had six injections over the course of three days, and my lungs cleared up considerably. There was a lot of coughing at first, but it was worth it to get rid of the infection quickly.
5Patient Review
3/30/2015
Rocephin for Urinary Tract Infection caused by Klebsiella Bacteria
This injection is extremely effective at quickly relieving symptoms and following up with antibiotic treatment. I highly recommend it to anyone who is suffering from a bacterial infection.
5Patient Review
6/24/2021
Rocephin for Urinary Tract Infection caused by Klebsiella Bacteria
This antibiotic really worked when others failed. I only had to receive two shots before feeling better and the 3rd one tomorrow should be smooth sailing.
5Patient Review
2/13/2017
Rocephin for Bacterial Pneumonia caused by Streptococcus
I was really sick for over a month, and this drug helped me feel better in just a few days. I had already tried another antibiotic, but it only worked for a little while before the symptoms came back worse than ever. Thank you so much for this medication!
5Patient Review
1/21/2014
Rocephin for Urinary Tract Infection due to E. Coli Bacteria
I've requested Rocephin injection to treat reoccuring UTIs over the oral antibiotics specifically because it has fewer side effects (no unpleasant yeast infections or stomach issues) and have not had any problems with the shot or site of the injection itself to date. Provides relief quickly. I like it.
5Patient Review
12/13/2012
Rocephin for Urinary Tract Infection due to E. Coli Bacteria
This shot was great! I felt relief almost immediately afterwards with no pain or side effects.
4Patient Review
7/14/2013
Rocephin for Pneumonia caused by Bacteria
After being diagnosed with pneumonia and given two injections of Rocephin, I'm feeling much better just a few days later. The chest pain is still there, but it's manageable and my breathing is back to normal.
4Patient Review
9/22/2022
Rocephin for Infection of Spinal Cord or Brain due to Meningococcus
I've found that Rocephin is an effective treatment for UTIs. I usually start feeling better within 48 hours of receiving the shot. Sometimes I only need one dose, but other times I have to go back to the doctor for 3 doses over 3 days. I don't find the shots painful, but then again, I have a high pain tolerance. My son had an ear infection and after 2 rounds of oral antibiotics he wasn't getting any better. But after 3 doses of Rocephin given over 3 days, he was cured. So I would definitely recommend this antibiotic!
3.7Patient Review
1/22/2017
Rocephin for Infection of the Middle Ear caused by Streptococcus
The doctor gave me a shot of Rocephin, which wasn't painful. I started to see an improvement in my ear and sinus within two hours.
3.3Patient Review
6/13/2015
Rocephin for Bacterial Pneumonia caused by Staphylococcus
The Rocephin shot helped me a lot when I had a very high fever. The pain was severe, but the doctor gave me a shot of lydocain beforehand, which really helped.
2.7Patient Review
12/12/2014
Rocephin for Pneumonia caused by Bacteria
I went to the doctor thinking I had the flu, but it turned out to be negative. They gave me this shot with lidocaine, which hurt really badly. I'm still not feeling great three days later, but I am better than before. I'm not sure if the shot helped or not.
2Patient Review
2/2/2013
Rocephin for Skin Infection due to Streptococcus Pyogenes Bacteria
I'm still experiencing some side effects even after completing the treatment.
1.7Patient Review
12/4/2013
Rocephin for Infection of the Middle Ear caused by Streptococcus
I experienced some of the most intense pain I've ever felt, and it lasted for hours. I'm still sore today.
1.3Patient Review
1/18/2014
Rocephin for Infection of the Middle Ear by H. Influenzae Bacteria
I've been fighting an inner ear infection for three months now, and after trying different antibiotics with no success, I decided to give this medication a shot. Unfortunately, two hours later I had a bad reaction and ended up in the emergency room. Now I'm back to square one and my ear is driving me insane!
1Patient Review
10/16/2012
Rocephin for Pediatric Fever without a Source
Three and a half years after getting this shot, I'm still hearing impaired. My ears throb and ring all day long, 24/7. I now have to wear hearing aids because of this treatment! This all happened just an hour after getting the shot for bronchitis. My life has not been the same since then!
1Patient Review
10/2/2013
Rocephin for Pneumonia caused by Bacteria
I had a really severe reaction to this drug that resulted in my throat closing off and me having to stay in the hospital for four days.
1Patient Review
1/3/2014
Rocephin for Pneumonia due to the Bacteria Haemophilus Parainfluenzae
I had to be put on life support.
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Patient Q&A Section about rocephin

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the drug Rocephin used for?

"This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria."

Answered by AI

Is Rocephin a strong antibiotic?

"Question: Is ceftriaxone (Rocephin) a strong antibiotic?

Ceftriaxone (Rocephin) is a "broad spectrum" antibiotic, which means that it works against a good number of bacteria. There are other antibiotics that can treat more types of infections or more serious infections."

Answered by AI

What infections does Rocephin treat?

"Infections caused by Yersinia enterocolitica and Yersinia pseudotuberculosis bacteria can lead to meningitis. Treatment to prevent meningococcal meningitis may be necessary if you are at risk for the infection. Blood infections caused by Streptococcus and Staphylococcus bacteria can also be dangerous and may require treatment."

Answered by AI

Is Rocephin the same as amoxicillin?

"Amoxicillin is used to treat gonorrhea, as well as pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, and meningitis. The brand names of amoxicillin include Moxatag and Amoxil, while the brand name for ceftriaxone is Rocephin."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Rocephin

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Have you considered Rocephin clinical trials? We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Rocephin, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Have you considered Rocephin clinical trials? We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Rocephin, we think they might fit your search criteria.