Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)

Other Benefits

Meningococcal Meningitis
Pericarditis
Endocarditis
Gonorrhea
Listeriosis
Syphilis
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Botulism
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection 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: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Pericarditis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection is used -

Mild

Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Maculopapular rash
Chills
Joint pain

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Bistrepen safely.

Safe
Is the use of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Bistrepen on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection on the Kidneys?

Bistrepen is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection on the Liver?

Bistrepen does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection on the Heart?

Bistrepen is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection with Other Drugs

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol

Chloramphenicol

Tetracycline

Warfarin

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection

Is this Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection

Taking Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bistrepen Forte 200000 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bistrepen cover anaerobes?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Bistrepen covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus species and its high doses are required to kill these bacterial species but most anaerobe strains are not covered by Bistrepen because it is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Bistrepen helpful in treating cellulitis?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bistrepen is helpful in treating non-severe cellulitis in which skin becomes swollen and red due to infection. Bistrepen contains penicillin G (benzylpenicillin) which is effective in the treatment of non-severe cellulitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes that are susceptible to Bistrepen.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bistrepen cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bistrepen has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bistrepen covers staphylococcus aureus?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bistrepen covers Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and this bacteria is generally found to be susceptible to Bistrepen. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended before using this drug to confirm its susceptibility against this bacteria.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Bistrepen cause anaphylactic shock?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Bistrepen can cause anaphylactic reactions. In fact, it is contraindicated in patients those who are already allergic to Bistrepen. Hence, if you already have penicillin allergy then please inform your doctor so that he can take required precautions.