Bactyon Information

Bactyon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Bactyon have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Bactyon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Bactyon also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bactyon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Bactyon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bactyon is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Bactyon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bactyon related warnings section.

Bactyon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bactyon in conditions like Allergy. Other contraindications of Bactyon have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Bactyon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Bactyon, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Bactyon Benefits & Uses

Bactyon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bactyon 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Bactyon Related Warnings

Is the use of Bactyon safe for pregnant women?

Bactyon is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Bactyon safe during breastfeeding?

Bactyon is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Bactyon on the Kidneys?

Bactyon can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bactyon on the Liver?

Side effects of Bactyon on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Bactyon on the Heart?

Information about safety of Bactyon for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Bactyon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Bactyon Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Bactyon

Is this Bactyon habit forming or addictive?

Bactyon does not cause addiction.

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

Bactyon does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Bactyon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Bactyon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bactyon

Taking Bactyon with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactyon

Consuming Bactyon with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe