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Why ceftriaxone is not available for oral use?explain.
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Medications: Some medications are potent only in certain forms, for example Insulin is only delivered in a needle. Similarly, Rocephin (ceftriaxone) is best used when reconstituted as an injectable liquid to get the best absorption and be the most effective.
Answered 7/1/2014
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