Tilemetin 60 Injection Information

Tilemetin 60 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Amebiasis.

The correct dosage of Tilemetin 60 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Tilemetin 60 Injection include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Weakness. While these are the most often observed Tilemetin 60 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Tilemetin 60 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Tilemetin 60 Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tilemetin 60 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tilemetin 60 Injection related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Tilemetin 60 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Tilemetin 60 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Tilemetin 60 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Tilemetin 60 Injection Benefits & Uses

Tilemetin 60 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Amebiasis

Tilemetin 60 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: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tilemetin 60 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Tilemetin 60 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Tilemetin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tilemetin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Tilemetin 60 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Tilemetin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Tilemetin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Tilemetin again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tilemetin 60 Injection on the Kidneys?

Tilemetin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tilemetin 60 Injection on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Tilemetin on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Tilemetin will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tilemetin 60 Injection on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Tilemetin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tilemetin 60 Injection with Other Drugs

Tilemetin 60 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Tilemetin 60 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tilemetin 60 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Juberg-Marsidi Syndrome
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tilemetin 60 Injection

Is this Tilemetin 60 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Tilemetin 60 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tilemetin 60 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Tilemetin 60 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, Tilemetin 60 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tilemetin 60 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tilemetin 60 Injection

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tilemetin 60 Injection together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tilemetin 60 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tilemetin 60 Injection.

Unknown