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Ceftriaxone induced neurotoxicity: a word of caution for elderly and patients with renal impairment

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Ceftriaxone is a third-generation cephalosporin commonly used in inpatient settings and is associated with both hepatic and renal excretion. The cephalosporin group, particularly the fourth generation, including cefepime, has been commonly associated with encephalopathy, but recent literature has also suggested an increasing trend of encephalopathy related to ceftriaxone.

Source: International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences

DOI: 10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20251348

Authors: Harshit Gupta, Prateek Jain, Prayag Jariwala

Institutions: All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh, Government Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Antibiotics Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy

Subfield: Pharmacology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4409909120

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