Teicostat 400 Mg Injection

 0 people have bought this recently
1 Injection in 1 Packet Out of Stock
₹ 1299
1 INJECTION 1 Packet ₹ 1299
  • Out of Stock

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 1299
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 1299
0 people have bought this recently

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection Information

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Teicostat 400 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Teicostat 400 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection 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.

In addition, Teicostat 400 Mg Injection's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Teicostat 400 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Teicostat 400 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Teicostat 400 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Teicostat 400 Mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Teicostat 400 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Teicostat 400 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection 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:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: first dose should be given as 16 mg/kg


Teicostat 400 Mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Teicostat 400 Mg Injection is used -

Common

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


    No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Teicostat in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Teicostat in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    Teicostat may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Teicostat is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Teicostat is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Teicostat 400 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Teicostat 400 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Teicostat 400 Mg Injection

  • Is this Teicostat 400 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Teicostat 400 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Teicostat 400 Mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Teicostat 400 Mg Injection 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?


    There is no benefit of taking Teicostat 400 Mg Injection for mental disorders.

    No

Teicostat 400 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Teicostat 400 Mg Injection


    You can take Teicostat 400 Mg Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Teicostat 400 Mg Injection


    Information about the interaction of Teicostat 400 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


See all substitutes for Teicostat



This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 758

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 758



In stock alternatives of Teicostat (based on Teicoplanin (400 mg))

Targocid 400 Mg Injection
Targocid 400 Mg Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹2206 22060% off
Targocid 200 Mg Injection
Targocid 200 Mg Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹1351 13510% off
L Nin Injection 200 Mg
L Nin Injection 200 Mg 1 Injection in 1 Box ₹916 141035% off
L Nin Injection 400 Mg
L Nin Injection 400 Mg 1 Injection in 1 Box ₹1618 249035% off
Teicoplex 400 Injection
Teicoplex 400 Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹1375 13750% off
Zyplanin 200 Injection
Zyplanin 200 Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹756 7560% off


You may also like

Xylistin Forte Plus Injection
Xylistin Forte Plus Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹3485 ₹410114% off
Jidocef Injection 500 mg
Jidocef Injection 500 mg 1 Injection in 1 Vial ₹47 ₹505% off





BEST ALTERNATIVE
₹359 ₹400 10% OFF
Chandraprabha Vati