Vitamin K Deficiency Because of Ceftriaxone Usage and Prolonged Diarrhoea

Abstract

Vitamin K is synthesised by intestinal bacteria. This fat-soluble vitamin plays an important role in the synthesis of factors II, VII, IX and X in the liver. A minimal amount of vitamin K passes through the placenta, and a negligible amount is also found in breast milk. Factors including failure to administer vitamin K at birth, exclusive breastfeeding for a long period, prolonged or chronic diarrhoea, and prolonged use of antibiotics could lead to bleeding because of vitamin K deficiency.