Injek is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hypoprothrombinemia.
The optimal dosage of Injek is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Injek as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Injek 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, Injek's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Injek related warnings talks about Injek's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Injek since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Injek with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Injek is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Injek is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Injek safe for pregnant women?
Injek shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Injek safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Injek. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Injek on the Kidneys?
Injek does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Injek on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Injek on the liver.
What is the effect of Injek on the Heart?
Injek is not harmful for the heart.
Injek should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Injek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Injek habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Injek is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Injek as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Injek only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Injek cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Injek
Taking Injek with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Injek
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Injek with alcohol.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mephyton® (phytonadione)
