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What is Rocephin
 Rocephin
is an antibiotic in a class of drugs called cephalosporins.
Rocephin fights bacteria in the body.
Rocephin
is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections
such as bronchitis, pneumonia, blood infections, bone and
joint infections, meningitis, abdominal infections, skin infections,
ear infections, gonorrhea, pelvic inflammatory disease, and
urinary tract infections.
Rocephin
may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
General medical information about Rocephin
If you are injecting Rocephin at home, your healthcare
provider will give you detailed instructions on how and
where to inject the medication. If you do not understand
these directions, do not attempt to inject the medication.
Contact your healthcare provider for further instructions.
What you should discuss with your doctor before
using Rocephin Do not use Rocephin if you have ever had an allergic
reaction to another cephalosporin or to a penicillin without
first talking to your doctor.
Before using Rocephin,
tell your doctor if you have:
- kidney disease;
-
liver disease;
- bleeding or blood clotting problems;
- gallbladder problems; or
- a gastrointestinal
(digestive) disease such as colitis.
You may not
be able to use Rocephin, or you may require a dosage adjustment
or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of
the conditions listed above.
Rocephin is in the FDA
pregnancy category B. This means that it is not expected
to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not, however, use Rocephin
without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant
or could become pregnant during treatment.
Rocephin
passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do
not take this medication without first talking to your doctor
if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should you use Rocephin Rocephin will be administered by a healthcare provider
intravenously (into a vein) or intramuscularly (into a muscle).
If you are injecting Rocephin at home, your healthcare
provider will give you detailed instructions on how and
where to inject the medication. If you do not understand
these directions, do not attempt to inject the medication.
Contact your healthcare provider for further instructions.
Dispose of used needles and syringes in a puncture
resistant container out of the reach of children.
Your healthcare provider will store Rocephin as directed
by the manufacturer or give you detailed storage instructions
if you are storing the medication at home.
If you miss a dose: Since Rocephin is most often administered by a healthcare
provider, missing a dose is usually not a problem.
What happens if you overdose: Since Rocephin is most often administered by a healthcare
provider, an overdose is unlikely to occur. Contact your
doctor or seek emergency medical attention if an overdose
is suspected.
What should you avoid while using Rocephin There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or
activity during treatment with Rocephin unless otherwise
directed by your doctor.
Possible side effects of Rocephin If you experience any of the following rare but serious
side effects, seek emergency medical attention or contact
your doctor immediately:
- an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips,
face, or tongue; hives; or a rash);
- rash, redness,
or itching;
- severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
- mucous or blood in the stool; or
- unusual
bleeding or bruising.
Other, less serious side effects
may be more likely to occur. Talk to your doctor if you
experience
- mild nausea or diarrhea;
- yeast
infection of the mouth or vagina; or
- pain or tenderness
at the injection site.
Side effects other than those
listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any
side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Rocephin Before using Rocephin, tell your doctor if you are
taking any of the following medicines
- probenecid
(Benemid);
- a loop diuretic (water pill) such as
furosemide, bumetanide (Bumex), torsemide (Demadex), or
ethacrynic acid (Edecrin);
- warfarin (Coumadin);
or
- another antibiotic.
You may require a
dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment
if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Drugs
other than those listed here may also interact with Rocephin.
Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription
or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals,
and herbal products. |
