Ceftriaxone + Disodium Edetate + Sulbactam

Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam is a combination antibiotic medicine used to treat severe bacterial infections. Ceftriaxone is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic that kills bacteria, Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that helps prevent bacterial resistance, and Disodium edetate acts to enhance the effectiveness of antibiotics by chelating metal ions. This combination is often used in infections resistant to other antibiotics and in hospital settings.

Uses of Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam

• Treatment of serious bacterial infections
• Infections resistant to other antibiotics
• Respiratory tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Bone and joint infections

How Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam works

Ceftriaxone kills bacteria by interfering with their cell wall synthesis. Sulbactam inhibits beta-lactamase enzymes that bacteria produce to resist antibiotics, enhancing Ceftriaxone’s effect. Disodium edetate binds metal ions to improve antibiotic activity.

Benefits of Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam

• Effective against resistant bacterial strains
• Broad-spectrum antibacterial action
• Improved antibiotic potency due to beta-lactamase inhibition
• Helps treat serious and complicated infections

How to take Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam

This medicine is usually administered by injection as directed by a healthcare professional. Follow the prescribed dosage and complete the full course to prevent resistance and recurrence.

Type of Dosage Available

• Injection (intravenous or intramuscular)

Side effects of Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam

• Pain or swelling at the injection site
• Diarrhea or stomach upset
• Allergic reactions such as rash or itching
• Headache or dizziness
• Possible changes in blood test results

Safety advice

• Inform your doctor about any allergies to cephalosporins or penicillins
• Report any signs of allergic reaction immediately
• Use only as prescribed by a healthcare professional
• Monitor for side effects during treatment
• Inform your doctor about any kidney or liver problems

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What infections can Ceftriaxone + Disodium edetate + Sulbactam treat?
A. It treats serious bacterial infections like respiratory, urinary, skin, and bone infections.

Q. How is this medicine administered?
A. It is given as an injection by a healthcare professional.

Q. Can I stop the medicine once I feel better?
A. No, complete the full prescribed course to avoid resistance.

Q. Are there any common side effects?
A. Common side effects include injection site pain, diarrhea, and rash.

Q. Should I inform my doctor about other medications?
A. Yes, always inform your doctor about all medications you are taking.