Kapocin 500 Injection Information

Kapocin 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Kapocin 500 Injection. 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.

Common side effects of Kapocin 500 Injection include Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kapocin 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Kapocin 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Kapocin 500 Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Kapocin 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Kapocin 500 Injection related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kapocin 500 Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Kapocin 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Kapocin 500 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Kapocin 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Kapocin 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Tuberculosis

Kapocin 500 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: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 5 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 5 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 5 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 5 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Kapocin 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kapocin 500 Injection is used -

Severe

Hearing Loss
Renal Impairment

Moderate

Bleeding
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Ringing in ears
Vertigo
Urticaria
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Common

Rash

Unknown

Abnormal liver function

Kapocin 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Kapocin 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Kapocin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Kapocin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Kapocin 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Kapocin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Kapocin 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Kapocin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Kapocin 500 Injection on the Liver?

Kapocin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Kapocin 500 Injection on the Heart?

Kapocin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Kapocin 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Kapocin 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gentamicin

Amikacin

Amiodarone

Moderate

Cisplatin

Polymyxin B

Esomeprazole

Omeprazole

Kapocin 500 Injection Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Hearing Loss
Ulcerative Colitis
Depression
Gastritis
Gastric Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Kapocin 500 Injection

Is this Kapocin 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Kapocin 500 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 Kapocin 500 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Kapocin 500 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Kapocin 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Kapocin 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kapocin 500 Injection

It is safe to take Kapocin 500 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Kapocin 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Kapocin 500 Injection.

Unknown