Astrac 500mg Injection

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Composition FOR Astrac 500mg Powder for Injection

Ceftriaxone(500mg)

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alcohol interaction for Astrac Powder for Injection

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lactation interaction for Astrac Powder for Injection

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No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Astrac 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Astrac 500mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Astrac 500mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Astrac 500mg Powder for Injection

Ceftriaxone(500mg)

Astrac powder for injection uses

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How astrac powder for injection works

Astrac 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Common side effects of astrac powder for injection

Diarrhea, Abnormal liver function tests, Rash, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Decreased white blood cell count, Low blood platelets

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Expert advice FOR Astrac Powder for Injection

  • Your doctor has prescribed Ceftriaxone to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
  • Discontinue Ceftriaxone and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Frequently asked questions FOR Astrac 500mg Powder for Injection

Ceftriaxone

Q. Is Astrac 500mg Injection safe?
Astrac 500mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How long does Astrac 500mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Astrac 500mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. Who should not take Astrac 500mg Injection?
Astrac 500mg Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Astrac 500mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gall bladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, do not take Astrac 500mg Injection without consulting your doctor to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
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Q. What if I do not get better after using Astrac 500mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. For how long does Astrac 500mg Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Astrac 500mg Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Q. Is Astrac 500mg Injection effective?
Astrac 500mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Astrac 500mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Astrac 500mg Injection administered?
Astrac 500mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Astrac 500mg Injection.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 July, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)