Product introduction
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is an antibiotic used to prevent or treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This may include infections of the urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (e.g., pneumonia), brain (e.g., meningitis), sepsis, and some others. However, it is not effective for gonorrhea.
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is also widely used in hospitalized patients to prevent infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor may shift you to another antibiotic after culture reports become available. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals 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.
This medicine may lead to kidney damage and hearing loss as side effects in some patients. Therefore, it is important to follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. It may also cause balance disorder (loss of balance) and injection site pain in some people.
Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests or hearing tests during treatment. Some patients may also be advised to get blood levels of this medicine measured. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Ranbiotic Injection
Benefits of Ranbiotic Injection
In Bacterial infections
Bacterial infections occur when harmful bacteria enter the body and multiply, leading to symptoms such as fever, pain, swelling, and in severe cases, damage to organs or tissues. If not treated properly, these infections can spread and become life-threatening. Ranbiotic 40mg Injection helps fight a wide range of serious bacterial infections by stopping the growth of bacteria. This leads to faster recovery, reduces the risk of complications, and helps restore health, allowing individuals to regain strength and return to their normal activities more quickly.
Side effects of Ranbiotic Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ranbiotic
- Hearing loss
- Kidney damage
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Injection site pain
How to use Ranbiotic Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Ranbiotic Injection works
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ranbiotic 40mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Ranbiotic 40mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
What if you forget to take Ranbiotic Injection?
If you miss a dose of Ranbiotic 40mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Make sure you are well-hydrated before receiving Ranbiotic 40mg Injection, as it helps protect your kidneys from potential harm.
- Ask your doctor to monitor your kidney function and hearing regularly during Ranbiotic 40mg Injection treatment, especially if used for more than a few days.
- Report any signs of ringing in the ears, balance issues, or reduced urine output immediately. These could be early warning signs of side effects.
- If you are receiving multiple injections, ask to rotate injection sites to reduce local pain or muscle stiffness.
- Avoid using over-the-counter painkillers like NSAIDs unless approved, as they can increase the risk of kidney damage when combined.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action Class
Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors- Aminoglycosides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Ranbiotic with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Your doctor may monitor your electrolyte levels, kidney function, and hearing ability along with your overall treatment.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney impairment,
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney function closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.
Co
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may closely monitor your kidney's functioning and overall treatment.
Concurrent use may potentially damage the kidneys.
Do not consume Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate with Gentamicin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney function closely.
Concurrent use may increase the
Do not consume Colistin Sulphate with Gentamicin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent u
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Ranbiotic 40mg Injection safe?
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How is Ranbiotic 40mg Injection administered?
Ranbiotic 40mg 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 Ranbiotic 40mg Injection.
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Ranbiotic 40mg Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Ranbiotic 40mg Injection can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ranbiotic 40mg Injection?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Is Ranbiotic 40mg Injection effective?
Ranbiotic 40mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ranbiotic 40mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I don't get better after using Ranbiotic 40mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, consult your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. The doctor may modify the dose or suggest an alternative medicine.
Can I stop taking Ranbiotic 40mg Injection when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Ranbiotic 40mg Injection without consulting the doctor even if you are feeling better. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
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Marketer details
Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135 || Khasra No. 1335-1340,Near EPIP- I, Vill - Bhatoli Kalan ,Baddi, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173205
Country of origin: India
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