Teicotuf

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Teicotuf Information

Teicotuf is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Secondary and off-label uses of Teicotuf have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Teicotuf is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Teicotuf also has some side effects, the most common being Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. While these are the most often observed Teicotuf side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Teicotuf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Teicotuf has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Teicotuf has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Teicotuf related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Teicotuf may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Teicotuf Benefits & Uses

Teicotuf is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Teicotuf 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 Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Teicotuf 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 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 on the Kidneys?


    Teicotuf rarely affects the kidneys.

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


    Teicotuf is not harmful for the liver.

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Teicotuf with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Teicotuf Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Teicotuf

  • Is this Teicotuf habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Teicotuf 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. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Teicotuf 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 is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Teicotuf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Teicotuf


    Taking Teicotuf with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Teicotuf


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 758



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