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

Septiken Information

Septiken is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Septiken also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Septiken depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Septiken can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Septiken go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Septiken is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Septiken has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Septiken related warnings section.

Septiken is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Septiken have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Septiken have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Septiken is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Septiken Benefits & Uses

Septiken is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Septiken 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Septiken Related Warnings

Is the use of Septiken safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Septiken safely.

Safe
Is the use of Septiken safe during breastfeeding?

Septiken may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Septiken on the Kidneys?

Septiken has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Septiken on the Liver?

Septiken has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Septiken on the Heart?

Using Septiken does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Septiken with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Septiken Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Septiken

Is this Septiken habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Septiken.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Septiken only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Septiken in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Septiken Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Septiken

You can take Septiken with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Septiken

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Septiken

Question over 4 years ago

Does Septiken help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Septiken does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Septiken?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Septiken used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Septiken is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Septiken for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Septiken can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Septiken with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Septiken with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.