Intacillin Information

Intacillin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia, Meningitis, Stomach Infection. Other than this, Intacillin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

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

Some other side effects of Intacillin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Intacillin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Intacillin's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Intacillin related warnings talks about Intacillin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Intacillin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Intacillin in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Intacillin contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Intacillin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Intacillin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Intacillin Benefits & Uses

Intacillin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Intacillin 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: IV dose is also same
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: IV dose is also same
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	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 days Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 37.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
2 - 12 years (Child)	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: IV dose is also same

Intacillin Related Warnings

Is the use of Intacillin safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Intacillin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Intacillin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Intacillin as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacillin on the Kidneys?

Use of Intacillin may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Intacillin on the Liver?

Intacillin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacillin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Intacillin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Intacillin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Intacillin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Colic
Mononucleosis
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Intacillin

Is this Intacillin habit forming or addictive?

Intacillin is not addictive in nature.

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

Intacillin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Intacillin 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?

No, Intacillin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Intacillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Intacillin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Intacillin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Intacillin

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Intacillin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild