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There may be other drugs that can interact with ceftriaxone. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• diarrhea that is watery or bloody;

• fever or chills;

• skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness;

• swelling, pain, or irritation where the injection was given; or

• heartburn, bloating, and severe upper stomach pain that may spread to your back.

Less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;

• headache, dizziness;

• sweating; or

• vaginal itching or discharge.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.