Teicoplex 400 Injection Information

Teicoplex 400 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Secondary and off-label uses of Teicoplex 400 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Teicoplex 400 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Teicoplex 400 Injection include Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Some other side effects of Teicoplex 400 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Teicoplex 400 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Teicoplex 400 Injection's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Teicoplex 400 Injection related warnings talks about Teicoplex 400 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Teicoplex 400 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Teicoplex 400 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Teicoplex 400 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Teicoplex Benefits & Uses
Teicoplex Dosage & How to Take
Teicoplex Side Effects
Teicoplex Related Warnings
Teicoplex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Teicoplex
Teicoplex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Teicoplex 400 Injection Benefits & Uses

Teicoplex 400 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Teicoplex 400 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first dose should be given as 16 mg/kg

Teicoplex 400 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Teicoplex 400 Injection safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Teicoplex on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Teicoplex 400 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Teicoplex in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Teicoplex 400 Injection on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Teicoplex 400 Injection on the Liver?

Teicoplex is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Teicoplex 400 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Teicoplex without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Teicoplex 400 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Teicoplex 400 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Teicoplex 400 Injection

Is this Teicoplex 400 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Teicoplex 400 Injection is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Teicoplex 400 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Teicoplex 400 Injection 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 Teicoplex 400 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Teicoplex 400 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Teicoplex 400 Injection

You can take Teicoplex 400 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Teicoplex 400 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Teicoplex 400 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown