Piracillin Injection Information

Piracillin Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia, Meningitis, Stomach Infection. Piracillin Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Piracillin Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Piracillin Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Piracillin Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Piracillin Injection has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Piracillin Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Piracillin Injection related warnings section.

Piracillin Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Piracillin Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease. The section on Piracillin Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Piracillin Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Piracillin Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Piracillin Injection Benefits & Uses

Piracillin Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia
Meningitis
Stomach Infection (Read More - How to Combat Stomach Infections: Effective Home Solutions)

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Endocarditis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Shigellosis
Pus

Piracillin 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: 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

Piracillin Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Piracillin Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Unknown
Is the use of Piracillin Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Piracillin Injection on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Piracillin Injection on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Piracillin Injection on the Heart?

Piracillin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Piracillin Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Piracillin Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Colic
Mononucleosis
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Piracillin Injection

Is this Piracillin Injection habit forming or addictive?

Piracillin Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Piracillin Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Piracillin 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?

Piracillin Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Piracillin Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Piracillin Injection

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Piracillin Injection and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Piracillin Injection

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

Mild