Teicotuf 400 Injection Information

Teicotuf 400 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Other than this, Teicotuf 400 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Teicotuf 400 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Teicotuf 400 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Some other side effects of Teicotuf 400 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Teicotuf 400 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Teicotuf 400 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Teicotuf 400 Injection related warnings talks about Teicotuf 400 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Teicotuf 400 Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Teicotuf 400 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Teicotuf 400 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Teicotuf 400 Injection Benefits & Uses

Teicotuf 400 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Endocarditis

Other Benefits

Teicotuf 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

Teicotuf 400 Injection Related Warnings

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

It is not known what effect Teicotuf will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

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

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Teicotuf on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Teicotuf will cause side effects or not.

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

Teicotuf rarely affects the kidneys.

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

Teicotuf is not harmful for the liver.

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

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

Safe

Teicotuf 400 Injection Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Teicotuf 400 Injection

Is this Teicotuf 400 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Teicotuf 400 Injection has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Teicotuf 400 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Teicotuf 400 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Teicotuf 400 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Teicotuf 400 Injection

Taking Teicotuf 400 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Teicotuf 400 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Teicotuf 400 Injection.

Unknown