Lupitax Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lupitax Injection Information

Lupitax Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meningitis. Other than this, Lupitax Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Lupitax Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Lupitax Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lupitax Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

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

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lupitax Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Lupitax Benefits & Uses
Lupitax Dosage & How to Take
Lupitax Side Effects
Lupitax Related Warnings
Lupitax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lupitax
Lupitax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lupitax Injection Benefits & Uses

Lupitax Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lupitax 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lupitax Injection Side Effects

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

Severe

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Moderate

Colitis
Vaginal inflammation

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache

Lupitax Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Lupitax Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lupitax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lupitax Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Lupitax does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Lupitax Injection on the Kidneys?

Lupitax rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lupitax Injection on the Liver?

Lupitax is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lupitax Injection on the Heart?

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

Safe

Lupitax Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Lupitax Injection

Is this Lupitax Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lupitax Injection is addictive.

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

After taking Lupitax Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lupitax Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lupitax Injection 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, Lupitax Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lupitax Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lupitax Injection

Taking Lupitax Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lupitax Injection

Information about the interaction of Lupitax Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lupitax Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lupitax with ibuprofen?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lupitax can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Lupitax treat meningitis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Lupitax is used to treat meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitides. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lupitax cover enterococcus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Lupitax covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lupitax cause weight loss?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, [Medicine} does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Lupitax is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Lupitax cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lupitax covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.