Rocephin: Uses and Side Effects

Rocephin is a cephalosporin antibiotic that is prescribed to treat various infections caused by bacteria.
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Available as prescription medication in pharmacies.
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Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Rocephin FAQ


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What is Rocephin used for?

Rocephin is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic. . It works by fighting bacteria in your body. Rocephin is used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms such as E. coli, pneumonia, or meningitis. Rocephin is also used to prevent infection in people having certain types of surgery.

What is Rocephin (ceftriaxone sodium)?

What Is Rocephin? Rocephin ( ceftriaxone sodium) for Injection is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms such as meningitis. Rocephin is available in generic form.

Can Rocephin be used to treat bacterial infections?

Patients should be counseled that antibacterial drugs including Rocephin should only be used to treat bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections (eg, common cold ).

Where can I find patient medical information for Rocephin intravenous?

Find patient medical information for Rocephin intravenous on WebMD including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings and user ratings.

How long does Rocephin last?

Rocephin is injected into a muscle or as an infusion into a vein (IV). A healthcare provider will give you this injection when Rocephin is used to prevent infection from surgery. You may be shown how to use the injection at home to treat an infection. Rocephin is sometimes given for up to 14 days.

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