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Precautions and Warnings With Rocephin
There are several precautions and warnings with Rocephin to be aware of. As this eMedTV article explains, Rocephin may interact with other drugs or lead to severe diarrhea or vaginal yeast infections in some people, as well as allergic reactions.
Precautions and Warnings With Zithromax
People with severe kidney disease may need to start on a lower Zithromax dosage or not take the drug at all. This eMedTV page lists other precautions and warnings with Zithromax, such as the safety of taking the medicine while pregnant or nursing.
Rocephin is a prescription antibiotic that stops and prevents infections. This eMedTV article explains that meningitis and middle ear infections are commonly treated with Rocephin. Rocefin is a common misspelling of Rocephin.
Rocephin is a prescription antibiotic that treats and prevents bacterial infections. This eMedTV page explores how Rocephin works, infections it is used to treat -- like meningitis, gonorrhea, and syphilis -- and how and when to take Rocephin.
As this eMedTV page stresses, although Rocephin and pregnancy have not been studied in humans, a pregnant woman may take Rocephin (a pregnancy Category B medicine) if her healthcare provider believes its benefits outweigh possible risks to the fetus.
Common side effects of Rocephin include unexplained rash, diarrhea, and pain at the injection site. This eMedTV page explains that while most Rocephin side effects are minor, some (like hives and wheezing) should be reported immediately to a doctor.
Side effects of Zithromax may include headache, nausea, and vomiting. This eMedTV resource also lists serious Zithromax side effects (such as wheezing or hives) and explains that you should stop taking Zithromax and call your doctor if they occur.