Ticovan Information

Ticovan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Other than this, Ticovan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ticovan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Ticovan include Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. While these are the most often observed Ticovan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ticovan 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.

In addition, Ticovan's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ticovan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Ticovan are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Ticovan may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Ticovan Benefits & Uses

Ticovan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ticovan 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

Ticovan Related Warnings

Is the use of Ticovan safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Ticovan safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Ticovan on the Kidneys?

Ticovan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ticovan on the Liver?

Ticovan is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ticovan on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ticovan with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cisplatin

Cyclosporin

Amphotericin B

Ticovan Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Ticovan

Is this Ticovan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ticovan has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ticovan 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 Ticovan in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ticovan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ticovan

You can take Ticovan with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ticovan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ticovan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown