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Bactyon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Bactyon have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bactyon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Bactyon also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bactyon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Bactyon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bactyon is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Bactyon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bactyon related warnings section.
Bactyon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bactyon in conditions like Allergy. Other contraindications of Bactyon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Bactyon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bactyon, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bactyon is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Bactyon safe for pregnant women?
Bactyon is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Bactyon safe during breastfeeding?
Bactyon does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bactyon on the Kidneys?
Bactyon may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Bactyon on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Bactyon on the liver, information on safety of Bactyon for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Bactyon on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Bactyon on heart. So it is not known whether taking Bactyon will cause side effects on heart or not.
Bactyon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactyon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactyon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bactyon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bactyon as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Bactyon only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bactyon is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bactyon
You can take Bactyon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactyon
Taking Bactyon with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cefobid® (sterile cefoperazone)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; UNASYN® (ampicillin sodium/sulbactam sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 725
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 160-162
