Bectozid

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Bectozid Information

Bectozid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Other than this, Bectozid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Bectozid 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Bectozid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bectozid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Bectozid's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Bectozid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bectozid related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Bectozid since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Bectozid are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Bectozid have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Bectozid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Bectozid Benefits & Uses

Bectozid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Bectozid 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: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
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: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bectozid Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Bectozid safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Bectozid safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Bectozid safe during breastfeeding?


    Bectozid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Bectozid on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Bectozid on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Bectozid on the Liver?


    Bectozid does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Bectozid on the Heart?


    Bectozid is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Bectozid with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Bectozid Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Bectozid

  • Is this Bectozid habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Bectozid is addictive.

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


    After taking Bectozid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Bectozid can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Bectozid should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Bectozid is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Bectozid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Bectozid


    Taking Bectozid with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Bectozid


    Information about the interaction of Bectozid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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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; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312

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