Zicoplanin Information

Zicoplanin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Other than this, Zicoplanin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Zicoplanin 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Zicoplanin include Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Some other side effects of Zicoplanin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zicoplanin 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zicoplanin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zicoplanin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zicoplanin contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Zicoplanin 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 Zicoplanin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Zicoplanin Benefits & Uses

Zicoplanin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zicoplanin 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

Zicoplanin Related Warnings

Is the use of Zicoplanin safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Zicoplanin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Zicoplanin safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Zicoplanin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Zicoplanin on the Kidneys?

Zicoplanin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zicoplanin on the Liver?

Zicoplanin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zicoplanin on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zicoplanin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cisplatin

Cyclosporin

Amphotericin B

Zicoplanin Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Zicoplanin

Is this Zicoplanin habit forming or addictive?

Zicoplanin is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zicoplanin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Zicoplanin 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 Zicoplanin for mental disorders.

No

Zicoplanin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zicoplanin

You can take Zicoplanin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zicoplanin

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

Unknown