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Piprapen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Piprapen have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Piprapen 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Piprapen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Piprapen normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Piprapen has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Piprapen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Piprapen related warnings section.
Piprapen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Piprapen have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Piprapen may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Piprapen is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Piprapen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Piprapen safe for pregnant women?
Piprapen is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Piprapen safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Piprapen.
What is the effect of Piprapen on the Kidneys?
Piprapen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Piprapen on the Liver?
Piprapen is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Piprapen on the Heart?
Using Piprapen does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Piprapen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Piprapen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Piprapen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Piprapen has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Piprapen as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Piprapen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Piprapen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Piprapen
Piprapen may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Piprapen
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Piprapen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1033-1034
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 724
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zosyn® (piperacillin and tazobactam)
