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Drug Safety-related Labeling Changes (SrLC)

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ROCEPHIN (NDA-050585)

(CEFTRIAXONE SODIUM)

Safety-related Labeling Changes Approved by FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER)

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07/12/2018 (SUPPL-68)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

5 Warnings and Precautions

PRECAUTIONS

Information for Patients

Addition of the following:

  • Inform patients that use of local anesthetics may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly. Advise patients or caregivers to stop use and seek immediate medical attention if they or someone in their care experience the following signs or symptoms: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis); headache; rapid heart rate; shortness of breath; lightheadedness; or fatigue.