NEPA-1000

Ceftriaxone Injection is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections affecting the lungs, skin, throat, ears, heart, and urinary tract. Ceftriaxone Injections are available in the market at Pax Healthcare under the brand name NEPA-1000 to kill or stop the growth of bacteria causing the infection.NEPA-1000 Injection is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Your doctor may advise Nepa-1000 Injection alone or in combination with other medications to treat bacterial infections. Nepa-1000 Injection shows side effects that include diarrhoea, rashes, pain at the injection site, and alteration of the results of the liver function test. Do not use Nepa-1000 Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Contact your doctor if any side effects of NEPA-1000 Injection are seen for a longer period of time.  Nepa-1000 Injection is one of the most effective antibiotics given to infants, children and adults. 

Nepa-1000 Injection should not be taken on your own. Nepa-1000 Injection is injected into your vein or muscle by your doctor in a hospital or clinic. Your doctor will determine the dose of  Nepa-1000 Injection you need each day and how often the injections should be given.  Nepa-1000 Injection may interact with calcium-containing products. Hence, consult your doctor about the use of Nepa-1000 Injection if you are receiving calcium products. Complete the course of treatment with  Nepa-1000 Injection, as stopping it abruptly can lead to antibiotic resistance. 

Medical Benefits of Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection

Your doctor may advise  Nepa-1000 mg Injection alone or in combination with other medications to treat bacterial infections.

Direction of Use 

Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection is given by injection into a muscle or vein as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily. The dosage of Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Drink plenty of fluids while using Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection unless your doctor directs you otherwise.

If you are using Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your health care professional. Avoid mixing Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection with IV fluids that have calcium in them such as Ringer’s solution, Hartmann’s solution, and parenteral nutrition-TPN/PPN. Consult your pharmacist for details about the safe use of IV calcium products in children, infants, and adults. Before using, Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection check this product visually for particles or discolouration. Learn how to store Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection and discard medical supplies safely. 

Side Effects of Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection

There are mild to moderate side effects of Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection that get resolved over time. Immediately inform your doctor in case the side effects of Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection persist or get severe with time. The side effects of Nepa-1000 Injection may vary in all users as they depend on the physiological conditions and response to the therapy. The range of side effects noticed on using the  Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection are mentioned as follows:

• Black, tarry stools
• chest pain
• chills
• cough
• fever
• painful or difficult urination
• shortness of breath
• sore throat
• swollen glands
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Indications

Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection is a broad-spectrum bactericidal cephalosporin antibiotic. Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection is active in vitro against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms, which include lactamase-producing strains.

Ceftriaxone-1000 mg Injection is indicated in the treatment of the following infections either before the infecting organism has been identified or when known to be caused by bacteria of established sensitivity.

• Pneumonia
• Septicaemia     
• Meningitis
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Infections in neutropenic patients
• Gonorrhoea
• Peri-operative prophylaxis of infections associated with surgery