Rocephin
Ceftriaxone · 1 g · injection
Rocephin details
- Active ingredient
- Ceftriaxone
- Strength
- 1 g
- Form
- injection
- Drug class
- Third-generation cephalosporin
- Manufacturer
- Roche Pakistan
- Registered in
- Pakistan
How does Rocephin work?
Disrupts bacterial cell-wall construction, like penicillins, but with a structure that resists many bacterial defence enzymes — so it works against a broader range of organisms.
How to take Rocephin
Finish the full course. Take at evenly spaced intervals; some forms are better absorbed with food.
Always follow the dose printed on your pack or given by your prescriber — it can differ from the general guidance above.
Common side effects
- • Diarrhoea
- • Nausea
- • Abdominal pain
- • Thrush
Seek medical advice
- • Severe or bloody diarrhoea
- • Allergic reaction with swelling or breathing difficulty
- • Severe skin blistering
Who should be careful with Rocephin?
- •Previous severe penicillin allergy — cross-reaction is possible
- •Kidney impairment
- •Colitis or other bowel disease
Rocephin interactions
- •Probenecid
- •Anticoagulants
- •Live typhoid vaccine
This is not a complete list. Tell your pharmacist about every medicine and supplement you take.
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Frequently asked questions about Rocephin
What is Rocephin used for?
Rocephin contains Ceftriaxone, a Third-generation cephalosporin. Check the package insert for the approved indications in Pakistan.
How does Rocephin work?
Disrupts bacterial cell-wall construction, like penicillins, but with a structure that resists many bacterial defence enzymes — so it works against a broader range of organisms.
How should I take Rocephin?
Finish the full course. Take at evenly spaced intervals; some forms are better absorbed with food. Always follow the dose on your pack or from your prescriber.
What are the side effects of Rocephin?
Common: Diarrhoea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Thrush. Seek medical advice for: Severe or bloody diarrhoea; Allergic reaction with swelling or breathing difficulty; Severe skin blistering.
Is Rocephin available over the counter in Pakistan?
Rocephin is normally supplied on prescription in Pakistan. Speak to a doctor or pharmacist.
What are the alternatives to Rocephin?
Other brands containing the same active ingredient in Pakistan include Oxidil. They are not always interchangeable — check with a pharmacist.
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