POWERCEF 500MG INJECTION . is used to treat infections in different parts of the body caused by bacteria.
. is also used to prevent infections before, during and after surgery.

Side Effects :

• pain, tenderness, hardness, or warmth in the place where ceftriaxone was injected
• pale skin, weakness, or shortness of breath when exercising
• diarrhoea
SERIOUS SIDE-EFFECTS:
• rash
• bloody, or watery stools, stomach cramps, or fever during treatment or for up to two or more months after stopping treatment
• stomach tenderness, pain or bloating
• nausea and vomiting
• heartburn
• chest pain
• severe pain in the side and back below the ribs
• painful urination
• decreased urination
• urinating more often than usual
• pink, brown, red, cloudy, or bad smelling urine
• swelling in legs and feet
• a return of fever, sore throat, chills, or other signs of infection
• peeling, blistering, or shedding skin
• difficulty swallowing or breathing
• swelling of the throat or tongue
• seizures

POWERCEF 500MG INJECTION to be injected intravenously (into a vein) and intramuscularly (into a muscle).

POWERCEF 500MG INJECTION works by killing the bacteria that are causing your infection or by stopping bacteria from growing.

Do not use this medicine if:
you have had an allergic reaction to ceftriaxone
you have had a serious allergic reaction to penicillins.
You must tell your doctor if:
- you have had an allergy or over-reaction to lignocaine or other anaesthetic drugs
- you are allergic to any other medicines or substances such as foods, preservatives or dyes
- you have or have ever had any medical conditions including:
. bowel conditions, e.g. inflammation of the large bowel
. diarrhoea associated with previous use of antibiotics
. previous infection of your intestine with a bacteria

Do not store above room temperature(25°C).