Piperacillin Information

Piperacillin is a prescription medicine. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Piperacillin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Piperacillin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Piperacillin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Piperacillin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Piperacillin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Piperacillin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Piperacillin related warnings section.

Piperacillin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Piperacillin contraindications section.

Additionally, Piperacillin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Piperacillin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Piperacillin Benefits & Uses
Piperacillin Dosage & How to Take
Piperacillin Side Effects
Piperacillin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Piperacillin with Other Drugs
Piperacillin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Piperacillin
Piperacillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Piperacillin Benefits & Uses

Piperacillin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Piperacillin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Piperacillin Related Warnings

Is the use of Piperacillin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Piperacillin without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Piperacillin safe during breastfeeding?

Piperacillin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Piperacillin on the Kidneys?

Piperacillin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Piperacillin on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Piperacillin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Piperacillin on the Heart?

You can take Piperacillin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Piperacillin with Other Drugs

Piperacillin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Apixaban

Doxycycline

Amikacin

Piperacillin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Piperacillin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Piperacillin

Is this Piperacillin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Piperacillin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Piperacillin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Piperacillin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Piperacillin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Piperacillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Piperacillin

Piperacillin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Piperacillin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Piperacillin with alcohol.

Unknown