Ceftriaxone for prostatitis, effectiveness

The use of antibiotics is the basis of the therapeutic approach in the treatment of inflammation of the prostate gland caused by infection. Ceftriaxone for prostatitis is prescribed for men when it is necessary to suppress the action of agents of the pathogen. Effective in the treatment of chronic and acute forms of the disease.

Description and composition

The drug is classified as a third-generation cephalosporin. It is effective against the main infectious agents, and also acts on anaerobic, gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria.

Ceftriaxone is indicated exclusively for injection and is effective against various infectious diseases. Due to penetration into the bloodstream, the primary effect occurs after the first injection.

The active ingredient of the drug is ceftriaxone, which is packaged in the form of a sodium salt powder of this substance.

Form of issue and indications

Ceftriaxone arrives at pharmacy counters in powder form. A glass bottle holds 500 or 1000 mg. It has the ability to completely dissolve in water, therefore it quickly turns into an injection solution.

Most often, the drug is prescribed during inpatient treatment due to the need to regularly give intramuscular and intravenous injections: it is not always possible to hire a visiting nurse.

The use of Ceftriaxone is permissible only after the recommendation of the attending urologist. It is used exclusively for the treatment of the bacterial form of prostatitis. The main indications for introduction into the treatment regimen:

• Acute inflammatory process;
• Significant swelling of the organ;
• Problematic diuresis;
• Severe pain syndrome;
• Uncomfortable symptoms, manifested in the form of cuts, burning and itching.

Contraindications and side effects

Since the remedy belongs to antibiotics, there are a number of contraindications and restrictions on admission. A categorical prohibition arises when:

• Increased sensitivity to components;
• Acute renal failure;
• Liver pathologies.

In case of kidney disease, treatment with a solution is possible, but under the strict supervision of a doctor. Symptoms of individual intolerance are expressed in:

• Redness and burning of the skin;
• Rashes and hives;
• Swelling, redness of the dermis.

In most cases, the drug is tolerated by men quite well, but sometimes side effects are still noted:

• Disorder of the digestive system. To eliminate the problem, you should take probiotics at the same time;
• The appearance of seals and bruises at the injection site;
• Nosebleeds;
• Migraines.

Injections of the drug are very painful, therefore, if the pain threshold is low, analgesics should be discussed in advance.

Ceftriaxone for prostatitis: instructions for use

There is no universal dosage for drug therapy. Treatment of prostatitis with Ceftriaxone involves an individual selection for each patient. The same applies to the duration of the course. Its duration and doses are determined by:

• Current health status;
• Patient age;
• The complexity of the disease;
• Specificity of symptoms.

Injection powder can be diluted not with water, but with lidocaine or novocaine (IMPORTANT: this is prohibited in case of heart problems). This helps to reduce the pain of the procedure.

When prescribing 500 or 1000 mg of a substance per day, the drug is administered once. If an increased dosage of 2 g is required, then it is divided into 2 injections.

The minimum therapeutic course is 5 days, the standard one is a week, 10 or 14 days. In the process, a correction of the daily rate is possible. In exceptional cases, the duration of treatment may be extended up to 3 weeks.

Efficiency

The effectiveness of Ceftriaxone is confirmed by patient reviews, as well as the positive attitude of doctors. The effectiveness of the drug lies in the peculiarities of its use: injections provide a quick entry into the blood of active components and, therefore, the prompt onset of their action.

Interactions with other drugs and supplements

In complex therapy, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of interaction with other pharmaceutical and herbal remedies. You should know that:

• Ceftriaxone is not prescribed in combination with other antibiotic groups;
• Combination with anti-inflammatory nonsteroidal drugs and anticoagulants increases the likelihood of bleeding.

To increase the therapeutic effect, urologists often recommend:

• Relaxants, antispasmodics and alpha-blockers - to restore urination;
• Anesthetic agents - eliminate pain syndrome;
• Hormonal drugs - restore androgenic balance;
• Immunomodulators - strengthen the protective function of the body;
• PDE-5 inhibitors - enhance erectile function.

Plant complexes are auxiliary. To start admission, you should consult a urologist. Currently, the pharmaceutical market offers a significant number of various "drugs" based on natural ingredients that restore prostate tissue, improve urine output, and normalize organ functions.

Ceftriaxone requires a stamped, filled out prescription. The cost of the tool is extremely budgetary

Compared to other antibiotics, the price of this medication is available to men with any income level.