Author Details
Written By
PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA
Reviewed By
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated
07 Dec 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Want to know more

Have issue with the content?

Report Problem

Synthocilin 1gm Injection

Prescription Required
SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Synthocilin 1gm Injection is a penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections of the skin, bones and joints, respiratory tract (e.g. pneumonia), urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, brain (e.g, meningitis), heart, blood, and others.

Synthocilin 1gm Injection 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. This medicine should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule 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 total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication. It is effective in both adults and children.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea, and local pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.

Uses of Synthocilin Injection

Benefits of Synthocilin Injection

In Bacterial infections

Synthocilin 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, and typhoid fever. Synthocilin 1gm Injection is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Synthocilin 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 Synthocilin

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Synthocilin Injection

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

How Synthocilin Injection works

Synthocilin 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Synthocilin 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Synthocilin 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
Synthocilin 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
Synthocilin 1gm Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Synthocilin 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Synthocilin 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Synthocilin 1gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Synthocilin Injection?

If you miss a dose of Synthocilin 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Synthocilin 1gm Injection
₹11.4/Injection
Broadicilin 1gm Injection
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
₹14.82/injection
27% costlier
Neocillin 1gm Injection
Neon Laboratories Ltd
₹11.25/injection
4% cheaper
Ampilin 1gm Injection
Hetero Drugs Ltd
₹20.65/injection
76% costlier
Ampilon 1gm Injection
Scott Edil Pharmacia Ltd
₹20.5/injection
75% costlier

Quick tips

  • Synthocilin 1gm Injection is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Synthocilin 1gm Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Aminopenicillins {Penicillins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell wall active agent -Extended spectrum Penicillin

Interaction with drugs

Taking Synthocilin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Ampicillin. If Purified Vi Polysac... More
Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated). Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ampicillin.... More
Ampicillin may slow down the removal of Pemetrexed from the body. Your doctor may monitor your creatinine clearance along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per t... More
Ampicillin may reduce blood levels of Amikacin if your kidney function is severely impaired. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Ampicillin may slow down the removal of Methotrexate from the body. Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Ampicillin. Your doctor may monitor your treatme... More

Patient concerns

arrow
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
arrow

FAQs

Can Synthocilin 1gm Injection cause allergic reaction?

Although it is rare but yes, Synthocilin 1gm Injection can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

How long does Synthocilin 1gm Injection takes to work?

Usually, Synthocilin 1gm Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Synthocilin 1gm Injection.

Can the use of Synthocilin 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Synthocilin 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

  1. Petri WA Jr. Penicillins, Cephalosporins, and Other β -Lactam Antibiotics. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1487-90.
  2. Chambers HF, Deck DH. Beta-Lactam and Other Cell Wall- & Membrane-Active Antibiotics. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 780.
  3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 69-71.
  4. Ampicillin. New York, NY: Pfizer Labs; Sep. 2010. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: PCI Pharmaceuticals
Address: 3001 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19114, USA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Synthocilin 1gm Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

9.6911.71Get 17% OFF
8.78+ free shipping withCare Plan Logo
Inclusive of all taxes
This offer price is valid on orders above ₹1800. Apply coupon HEALTHALL on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹380. T&C apply.
1.0 ml in 1 vial
Add to cart
Cash on delivery available
Not returnable Read policy
Get it delivered by Saturday, 14 December
Delivering to:
122019, GurgaonDown Arrow Icon

Additional offers

Airtel Payments Bank: Pay with Airtel Payments Bank and get 10% cashback up to Rs. 200 cashback on a minimum transaction of ₹1000. Valid only for first-time users for Airtel Payments Bank Savings Bank accounts.
Show more show_more

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001:2022 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.