Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Fraser Health

Ceftriaxone

C. diff Risk

High

Oral Bioavailability

NA

Approximate Cost

Spectrum Of Activity

General Spectrum of Activity

Antibiogram Data

Dosing

Adult

Central nervous system infection: 2 g q12h

Standard dose: 1-2 g q24h

Renal

No dose adjustment.

General Information

Adverse Effects

Adverse Effects

Allergy/rash (immediate or delayed).

Cytopenias, eosinophilia, and hepatic and renal laboratory abnormalities.

Gallbladder pseudolithiasis.

Pharmacology

Pharmacology

Antimicrobial class: Parenteral Cephalosporin - 3rd Generation

Pregnancy category: B