Piprapen 1gm Injection

Description

Piprapen 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is also used before certain surgeries to prevent bacterial infections. Piprapen 1gm Injection is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The most common side effects of Piprapen 1gm Injection include allergic reaction, and injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness). These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. It may also cause diarrhea as its side effect. Taking probiotics along with this medicine may provide help. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Introduction

In Severe bacterial infections Piprapen 1gm Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Piprapen 1gm 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.

Benefits

Piprapen 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : SAFE - Consuming alcohol with Piprapen 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Piprapen 1gm 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 - Piprapen 1gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. - Driving : SAFE - Piprapen 1gm Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Piprapen 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Piprapen 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Piprapen 1gm Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Piprapen 1gm Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.