Hydrated disodium ceftriaxone · Medicine question

How does ceftriaxone kill bacteria?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Ceftriaxone binds to penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits bacterial cell wall (peptidoglycan) synthesis, leading to bacterial cell lysis and death.

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Ceftriaxone powder for solution for injection 2gReig Jofre UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties · Version 3Document updated 17 December 2025

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