In Severe bacterial infections Icupen 500mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the brain (meningitis) lungs (pneumonia) abdomen urinary tract skin blood and heart. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>Icupen 500mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
How to use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Description:
Icupen 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat severe infections of the skin lungs stomach urinary tract blood and brain (e.g. meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these infections.Icupen 500mg Injection is commonly used to treat seriously ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have where it is in the body and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.Some people may develop side effects like headache nausea diarrhea and rash. These side effects are usually temporary and go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist.Before starting treatment with this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.
Benefits:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Advise:
- Alcohol : SAFE <p> Consuming alcohol with Icupen 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Icupen 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Icupen 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether Icupen 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Icupen 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Icupen 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Icupen 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Icupen 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose:
If you miss a dose of Icupen 500mg Injection please consult your doctor.
Fact Box:
Chemical Class :: Carbapenem derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class :: Cell wall active agent -Carbapenems
Q. What is Icupen 500mg Injection used for?::: Icupen 500mg Injection is used to fight bacterial infections and prevent bacteria from growing. It acts by interfering with the bacterial protein synthesis which helps to treat the infection. Icupen 500mg Injection is also helpful in the treatment of bacterial infections of the bladder kidney and other parts of the urinary tract.| Q. Is Icupen 500mg Injection available over-the-counter?::: No Icupen 500mg Injection just like other antibiotics requires a valid prescription by a doctor to buy it. Therefore it is advisable to take Icupen 500mg Injection only if prescribed by a doctor.| Q. How is Icupen 500mg Injection administered?::: Icupen 500mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Icupen 500mg Injection.| Q. Does Icupen 500mg Injection cure flu?::: No antibiotics such as Icupen 500mg Injection will not work for flu or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed may increase your risk of getting infection later that resists antibiotic treatment. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.| Q. What happens if I take too much of Icupen 500mg Injection?::: If you have mistakenly taken too much of Icupen 500mg Injection you may experience symptoms such as stomach ache nausea and vomiting. You should consult your doctor immediately or rush to the emergency room in any nearby hospital if you have taken an overdose of Icupen 500mg Injection.| Q. Should I avoid some medicines while taking Icupen 500mg Injection?::: Yes. There are some medicines that may reduce the effect of Icupen 500mg Injection interact with Icupen 500mg Injection or cause serious side-effects when given at the same time. These medicines include Sodium Valproate Ethinyl Estradiol and Live cholera vaccine. So always inform and check with your doctor before taking Icupen 500mg Injection with other medications.| Q. How to store Icupen 500mg Injection?::: Icupen 500mg Injection should be stored at around the room temperature (not more than 25°C) away from heat and sunlight. Do not freeze it and always keep it out of the reach and sight of the children.