Ceftriaxone
A powerful injectable antibiotic. In pediatrics, it is a mainstay for suspected bacterial meningitis and serious community-acquired pneumonia.
Dosage by Body Weight
Pediatric dose: 50–100 mg/kg once daily. Avoid in neonates with jaundice or those receiving IV calcium (risk of precipitation).
- Body Weight
- 5-10 kg
- Dose
- 250 mg to 500 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily (IV/IM)
- Tracking Notes
- Higher doses (80-100mg/kg) used for meningitis.
- Body Weight
- 11-20 kg
- Dose
- 500 mg to 1,000 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily (IV/IM)
- Tracking Notes
- Often used as a single daily dose for convenience.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-10 kg | 250 mg to 500 mg | Once daily (IV/IM) | Higher doses (80-100mg/kg) used for meningitis. |
| 11-20 kg | 500 mg to 1,000 mg | Once daily (IV/IM) | Often used as a single daily dose for convenience. |
Formulation
Injection (Vial)
Purpose
Broad-spectrum third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic for severe infections like meningitis, sepsis, and pneumonia.
Generic Name
Ceftriaxone Sodium
Branded Drug Names
Ceftriaxone is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Rocephin
- Monocef
- Zone-T
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.