Teicokem 200 Injection Information

Teicokem 200 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Secondary and off-label uses of Teicokem 200 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Teicokem 200 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Teicokem 200 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Some other side effects of Teicokem 200 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Teicokem 200 Injection 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.

Teicokem 200 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Teicokem 200 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Teicokem 200 Injection related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Teicokem 200 Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Teicokem 200 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Teicokem 200 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Teicokem 200 Injection Benefits & Uses

Teicokem 200 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Teicokem 200 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: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first dose should be given as 16 mg/kg

Teicokem 200 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Teicokem 200 Injection safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Teicokem on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Teicokem 200 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Teicokem for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Teicokem 200 Injection on the Kidneys?

Teicokem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Teicokem 200 Injection on the Liver?

Using Teicokem does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Teicokem 200 Injection on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Teicokem for the heart.

Safe

Teicokem 200 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Teicokem 200 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Teicokem 200 Injection

Is this Teicokem 200 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Teicokem 200 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Teicokem 200 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Teicokem 200 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Teicokem 200 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Teicokem 200 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Teicokem 200 Injection

You can take Teicokem 200 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Teicokem 200 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Teicokem 200 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown