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Bactigen Benefits & Uses

Bactigen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Bactigen 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.

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Age Group

Dosage

Bactigen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bactigen is used -

Bactigen Related Warnings

Is the use of Bactigen safe for pregnant women?

Bactigen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Bactigen without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bactigen safe during breastfeeding?

Bactigen does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Bactigen on the Kidneys?

Bactigen rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bactigen on the Liver?

Using Bactigen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Bactigen on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Bactigen for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bactigen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Bactigen Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Bactigen

Is this Bactigen habit forming or addictive?

Bactigen does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bactigen can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bactigen only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Bactigen for mental disorders.

No

Bactigen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bactigen

Taking Bactigen with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactigen

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bactigen

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bactigen cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Eye drop of this drug may cause eye irritation. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Bactigen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Bactigen is given for short-term treatment (7 days), your doctor may prescribe it for a longer duration as per the need based on infection severity after re-evaluating. Use it as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bactigen cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Bactigen can cause nephrotoxicity. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe nephrotoxicity after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bactigen treat typhoid fever?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes Bactigen is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to Salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Bactigen safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bactigen is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by the doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as pain at the site of injection, joint pain, and unusual tiredness. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748

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Bactigen Benefits & Uses

Bactigen Dosage & How to Take

Bactigen Side Effects

Bactigen Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Bactigen with Other Drugs

Bactigen Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Bactigen

Bactigen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Bactigen

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bactigen cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Bactigen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bactigen cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bactigen treat typhoid fever?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Bactigen safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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