Description
Medaxon (Ceftriaxone) Powder for Injections 2 g. №10 Vial
Ingredients
- Active ingredient: Ceftriaxone
- Inactive ingredients: Diluents such as L-arginine may be present
Dosage
Dosage: The typical adult dose for most infections ranges from 1 to 2 grams once daily. Dosage adjustments may be necessary depending on the infection’s type and severity.
Indications
Indications: Medaxon is prescribed for various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and others.
Contraindications
Contraindications: Avoid using Medaxon if you have a known allergy to ceftriaxone or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
Directions
Administration: Medaxon is given via intravenous or intramuscular injection. Reconstitution with the appropriate diluent is necessary as per the instructions.
Scientific Evidence
- Efficacy: Ceftriaxone, the active ingredient in Medaxon, has demonstrated effectiveness against a broad spectrum of bacterial infections. Research in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy highlighted its efficacy in severe infections.
Additional Information
Storage: Keep Medaxon vials at controlled room temperature, protected from light and moisture. Ensure they are stored out of children’s reach.
Pharmacological Effects: Ceftriaxone acts by disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to cell death. It exhibits a wide antibacterial spectrum against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Clinical Trials: Clinical trials have proven ceftriaxone’s efficacy in treating various infections like meningitis, pneumonia, and gonorrhea. A study in Clinical Infectious Diseases highlighted its effectiveness in community-acquired pneumonia treatment.
