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Contraindications for Using Rocephin-1

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Rocephin as follows: Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Rocephin. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Patients with history of opportunistic infections must be cautious about using Rocephin. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Rocephin should be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of cardiac arrhythmias, as it has the potential to [...]

Side Effects of Rocephin Use-3

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Rocephin as follows: Anaphylaxis A rare, but serious anaphylactic response can occur for Rocephin. Patients can present with extreme itching and rash, swelling of the face and throat, dizziness, bronchoconstriction, and difficulty breathing. This is an emergency and medical attention should be sought immediately, without any delay. Hepatic damage Long term Rocephin intake can lead to hepatic injury, thus compromising liver function. Hepatic injury and altered [...]

Side Effects of Rocephin Use-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Rocephin as follows: Opportunistic fungal infections The friendly normal flora residing in the human body help prevent growth of opportunistic infections. Rocephin by destroying the normal flora, tips the balance in favor of opportunistic infections. So, long term use of Rocephin carries a risk of opportunistic fungal infections, such as, thrush and yeast infections. Peripheral neuropathy Long term Rocephin intake can lead to serious problems of [...]

Side Effects of Rocephin Use-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Rocephin as follows: Pain and inflammation Pain and inflammation at the site of injection is most common side effect to Rocephin use. Central nervous system findings Rocephin use can sometimes result in severe dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, tremors, and seizures. Nausea and vomiting This is the most common side effect of Rocephin. Taking the antibiotic with some food and water can minimize the effects of nausea and [...]

How to Administer Rocephin Premixed Solution Intravenous

Patient was educated on how to administer Rocephin premixed solution intravenous as follows: Rocephin can be taken as a premixed solution, administered intravenously. The medication bag is stored in the refrigerator frozen. Thaw the medication bag by getting the bag out of the refrigerator, two hours before the time of administration. Do not administer the medication cold. Administering the medication right out of the refrigerator into the vein can precipitate intense chills and rigors. Do [...]