Ceftriaxone Injection: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Ceftriaxone Injection

Generic nameCeftriaxone
Drug classCephalosporin antibiotic (third-generation)
FormsPowder for solution (for injection), Powder for infusion, Premixed product for injection

Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is also given before certain types of surgery to prevent infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.