Celovan

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Celovan Information

Celovan is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Bacterial Infections, Peritonitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Celovan have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Celovan. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Celovan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Celovan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Celovan has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Celovan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Celovan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Celovan are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Celovan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Celovan is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Celovan Benefits & Uses

Celovan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Celovan 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: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
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: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Celovan Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Celovan safe for pregnant women?


    Celovan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Celovan without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Celovan safe during breastfeeding?


    Celovan is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Celovan on the Kidneys?


    Celovan rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Celovan on the Liver?


    Using Celovan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Celovan on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Celovan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

    Moderate



    Celovan Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Celovan

    • Is this Celovan habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Celovan has not been reported.

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


      Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Celovan as it does not make you drowsy.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, Celovan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


      No, the use of Celovan in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Celovan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Celovan


      Taking Celovan with food does not cause any problems.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Celovan


      Information about the interaction of Celovan 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 -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vancomycin Hydrochloride

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 757

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1246-1248

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