BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) Benefits & Uses

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bladder Cancer

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) 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: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) is used -

Unknown

Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Stomach Upset
Nausea or vomiting
Chills
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) Related Warnings

Is the use of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) safe for pregnant women?

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) safe during breastfeeding?

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin), discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin).

Moderate
What is the effect of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) on the Heart?

You can take BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) with Other Drugs

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Angioedema
HIV/AIDS
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Frequently asked Questions about BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Is this BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) has not been reported.

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

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) for mental disorders.

No

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

It is safe to take BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin) with alcohol.

Unknown