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.

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.

Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Written By Dr. Love Sharma

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta

Last updated 28 Jun 2022 | 12:34 AM (UTC)

Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum Uses

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

How Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum works

Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum 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, Rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Allergic dermatitis, Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase

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Medicine brands for Ceftriaxone + Tazobactum

Montaz

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹36 to ₹249

4 variant(s)

Xone XP

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹83 to ₹217

3 variant(s)

Taxone XP

Mapra Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹39 to ₹169

5 variant(s)

Traxol T

Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹34 to ₹161

4 variant(s)

Xone XP HS

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

₹115 to ₹115

1 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.