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Alabama Doctors Halt Ceftriaxone After Life-Threatening Reactions

1/24/2025

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Alabama doctors are halting the use of ceftriaxone (Rocephin) after eleven patients suffered alarming allergic reactions, some facing life-threatening anaphylaxis. The state health department is actively investigating possible connections to the antibiotic. Hospitals are urged to report any adverse events as the search for answers unfolds, prioritizing patient safety.

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Alabama doctors are halting the use of ceftriaxone (Rocephin) after eleven patients suffered alarming allergic reactions, some facing life-threatening anaphylaxis. The state health department is actively investigating possible connections to the antibiotic. Hospitals are urged to report any adverse events as the search for answers unfolds, prioritizing patient safety.