Teicostat 200 Mg Injection Information

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Endocarditis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Teicostat 200 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Teicostat 200 Mg Injection include Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Some other side effects of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Teicostat 200 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Teicostat 200 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Teicostat 200 Mg Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Teicostat 200 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Teicostat 200 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Teicostat 200 Mg 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

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Teicostat for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Teicostat for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection on the Liver?

Teicostat is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection on the Heart?

Teicostat is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Teicostat 200 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Teicostat 200 Mg Injection

Is this Teicostat 200 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection has not been reported.

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

After taking Teicostat 200 Mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Teicostat 200 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Teicostat 200 Mg Injection

It is safe to take Teicostat 200 Mg Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Teicostat 200 Mg Injection

Information about the interaction of Teicostat 200 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown