Orpime Information

Orpime is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Orpime have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Orpime depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Orpime have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Orpime are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Orpime has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Orpime's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Orpime related warnings section.

Orpime is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Orpime contraindications section.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orpime is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Orpime Benefits & Uses

Orpime is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Orpime 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: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days 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: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days 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: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days 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: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days 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: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Orpime Related Warnings

Is the use of Orpime safe for pregnant women?

Orpime is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Orpime safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Orpime on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Orpime on the Kidneys?

Orpime rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Orpime on the Liver?

Orpime is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Orpime on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Orpime for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Orpime with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Orpime Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Orpime

Is this Orpime habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Orpime only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Orpime for mental disorders.

No

Orpime Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orpime

Taking Orpime with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Orpime

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

Unknown