Icubac: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Icubac Information

Icubac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Skin Infections, Meningioma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Icubac also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Icubac. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Icubac include Excessive sweating. Some other side effects of Icubac have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Icubac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Icubac has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Icubac related warnings talks about Icubac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Icubac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Icubac in conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Icubac are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Icubac may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Icubac Benefits & Uses

Icubac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meningitis
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Peritonitis
Cystic Fibrosis

Icubac 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: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Icubac Related Warnings

Is the use of Icubac safe for pregnant women?

Icubac may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Icubac again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Icubac safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Icubac. If you see any side effects, stop taking Icubac immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Icubac again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Icubac on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Icubac on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Icubac on the Heart?

Icubac is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Icubac with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Icubac Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Icubac

Is this Icubac habit forming or addictive?

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Icubac. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Icubac 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?

No, Icubac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Icubac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Icubac

Taking Icubac with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Icubac

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Icubac

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Icubac for cough?

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

Yes, Icubac can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Icubac cause fever?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Icubac safe to use?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Icubac is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as diarrhea, headache, and nausea & vomiting. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Icubac?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Does Icubac cause diarrhea?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Icubac can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.