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Bistrepen New Forte Injection Information

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

The optimal dosage of Bistrepen New Forte Injection 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bistrepen New Forte Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bistrepen New Forte Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Bistrepen New Forte Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Bistrepen New Forte Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bistrepen New Forte Injection related warnings section.

The section on Bistrepen New Forte Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Bistrepen New Forte Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Bistrepen New Forte Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Bistrepen New Forte Injection Benefits & Uses

Bistrepen New Forte 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 New Forte 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 New Forte Injection Side Effects

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

Mild

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

Bistrepen New Forte Injection Related Warnings

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

Pregnant women can take Bistrepen safely.

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

Side effects of Bistrepen on breastfeeding women are very mild.

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

Bistrepen is not harmful for kidneys.

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

Bistrepen does not damage the liver.

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

Bistrepen is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bistrepen New Forte Injection with Other Drugs

Bistrepen New Forte 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 New Forte Injection Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Bistrepen New Forte Injection

Is this Bistrepen New Forte Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bistrepen New Forte 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 New Forte Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

No

Bistrepen New Forte Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bistrepen New Forte Injection

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

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bistrepen New Forte Injection

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bistrepen New Forte 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 almost 6 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.