Tycin Information
Tycin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Tycin have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Tycin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tycin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tycin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Tycin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Tycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tycin related warnings section.
Tycin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tycin in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Tycin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Tycin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tycin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tycin Benefits & Uses
Tycin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Tycin 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Tycin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tycin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Tycin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Tycin safe for pregnant women?
Tycin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Tycin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Tycin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Tycin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Tycin again, only after your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Tycin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Tycin on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Tycin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Tycin on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Tycin on the Heart?
You can take Tycin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Tycin with Other Drugs
Tycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Tycin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Tycin
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Is this Tycin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tycin.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tycin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tycin only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tycin for mental disorders.
No
Tycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Tycin
Taking Tycin with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Tycin
Information about the interaction of Tycin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tobramycin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-141
