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Biklin 500 Mg Injection Information

Biklin 500 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Biklin 500 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Biklin 500 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Biklin 500 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Biklin 500 Mg Injection 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 Biklin 500 Mg Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Biklin 500 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biklin 500 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Biklin 500 Mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Biklin 500 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Biklin 500 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Biklin 500 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Biklin Benefits & Uses
Biklin Dosage & How to Take
Biklin Side Effects
Biklin Related Warnings
Biklin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Biklin
Biklin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Biklin 500 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Biklin 500 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Biklin 500 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Biklin 500 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Biklin 500 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Biklin. If you are pregnant, do not take Biklin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Biklin 500 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Biklin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Biklin 500 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Effects of Biklin on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Biklin 500 Mg Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Biklin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Biklin 500 Mg Injection on the Heart?

Biklin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Biklin 500 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biklin 500 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dehydration
Parkinson's Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hearing Loss
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Biklin 500 Mg Injection

Is this Biklin 500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Biklin 500 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Biklin 500 Mg Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Biklin 500 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Biklin 500 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Biklin 500 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Biklin 500 Mg Injection

Taking Biklin 500 Mg Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Biklin 500 Mg Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Biklin 500 Mg Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Biklin 500 Mg Injection

Question over 5 years ago

How does Biklin work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Biklin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the synthesis of proteins that bacteria need to survive, in the absence of protein synthesis bacteria become vulnerable and dies. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus species, S. aureus, Acinetobacter and Serratia species.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Biklin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Biklin. It comes in the form of injection and given preferably 2 - 3 times in a day (Intravenously). Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 10 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as hearing loss and nephrotoxicity while taking Biklin please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Biklin nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Biklin is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Biklin taken a high dose for a long time or may occur if the drug is given to a patient that already suffer from kidney problem. Nephrotoxicity associated with this drug may reduce or minimize by taking some precaution before consuming this drug like monitor kidney functions regularly and do not take it in high doses. Avoid taking Biklin with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Biklin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Biklin can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Biklin cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Biklin has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after using this drug, discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.