Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Information about Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Ceftriaxone + tazobactum uses

Ceftriaxone+Tazobactum is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How ceftriaxone + tazobactum works

This is a combination of two medicines: Ceftriaxone and Tazobactum. Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Ceftriaxone against bacteria.

Common side effects of ceftriaxone + tazobactum

Diarrhea, Increased liver enzymes, Allergic reaction, Rash

Written By

Dr. Love Sharma

PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on:

06 Nov 2019 | 04:43 PM (IST)

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Available Medicine for Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Montaz
₹36 to ₹170
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
4 variant(s)
Xone XP
₹182
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
1 variant(s)
Finecef-T
₹46 to ₹160
Abbott
3 variant(s)
Xone XP Kid
₹56
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
1 variant(s)
Cefbact T
₹161 to ₹178
Cipla Ltd
2 variant(s)
Accutaz
₹55 to ₹164
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
3 variant(s)
Taxone XP
₹39 to ₹170
Mapra Laboratories Pvt Ltd
5 variant(s)
Traxol T
₹34 to ₹162
Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
4 variant(s)
Xone XP XP
₹115
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
1 variant(s)
Tazocef
₹46 to ₹148
Medley Pharmaceuticals
3 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Stop taking Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Frequently asked questions for Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Q. How long does Ceftriaxone+Tazobactum takes to work?

Usually, Ceftriaxone+Tazobactum starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Ceftriaxone+Tazobactum?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.