Ceftriaxone Sodium is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with broad-spectrum bactericidal activity. This veterinary formulation is provided as a dry powder to be reconstituted with sterile water prior to injection, offering a stable and effective treatment for a variety of bacterial infections in animals.

•  Ceftriaxone Sodium U.S.P. equivalent to Ceftriaxone: 3 gm or 4 gm

•  Sterile Water for Injection: Provided free for reconstitution

•  Excipients: Suitable stabilizers and buffers (q.s.)

•  Veterinary Injectable Antibiotic

•  Third-generation Cephalosporin

Used for the treatment of:

•  Respiratory tract infections

•  Urinary tract infections

•  Skin and soft tissue infections

•  Septicaemia

•  Bone and joint infections

•  Other bacterial infections susceptible to ceftriaxone

•  Intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) injection as prescribed by a veterinarian

•  Reconstitute powder with the supplied sterile water before administration

•  Dosage depends on animal species, weight, and severity of infection

•  Typical dose: 10-20 mg/kg body weight every 12-24 hours, or as directed by veterinarian

•  Reconstitute immediately before use using aseptic technique

•  Use reconstituted solution within 24 hours

•  Broad-spectrum activity including many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria

•  Resistant to many beta-lactamases

•  Long half-life allowing once or twice daily dosing

•  Stable dry powder form for better shelf life

•  Comes with sterile water for convenient reconstitution

•  Veterinary use only under prescription

•  Screen for allergies to cephalosporins before use

•  Avoid overdosing; follow veterinary guidance strictly

•  Monitor for adverse reactions during therapy

•  Not to be mixed with other drugs unless instructed

•  Store dry powder below 25°C in a cool, dry, dark place

•  Store reconstituted solution refrigerated (2-8°C), use within 24 hours

•  Protect from freezing

•  Possible hypersensitivity reactions (rash, swelling, anaphylaxis)

•  Injection site pain or inflammation

•  Occasionally mild gastrointestinal upset

•  Prescription veterinary drug

•  Use aseptic technique for reconstitution and injection

•  Dispose of vials, needles, and syringes as per veterinary waste regulations

•  HS Code: 2941.10 (Antibiotics)

•  HSN Code: 30042019 (Other Veterinary Antibiotics)

Q1: How to reconstitute this dry powder?

A: Inject the full amount of sterile water into the vial containing the powder and gently swirl to dissolve.

Q2: Can it be administered intravenously?

A: Yes, under veterinary supervision.

Q3: What if the animal has an allergic reaction?

A: Discontinue use immediately and seek veterinary care.

Q4: Can it be mixed with other medications?

A: Only if approved by a veterinarian.

Q5: What is the withdrawal period?

A: Follow veterinarian instructions, typically 7-14 days for meat and milk withdrawal.