Tecoren
Tecoren Products are primarily used for
Severe bacterial infections
About Tecoren Products
Uses of Tecoren Products
Teicoplanin is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It treats infections of skin & soft tissues, blood, heart, bones and lungs (pneumonia).
Tecoren Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Tecoren are Fever, Itching, Rash, Erythema (skin redness), Pain.
How Tecoren Products work
Teicoplanin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Patient Concerns about Tecoren Products
Frequently asked questions about Tecoren Products
Frequently asked questions about Teicoplanin
Q. What is Tecoren 200mg Injection used for?
Tecoren 200mg Injection is a powerful antibiotic used to treat serious infections caused by certain bacteria, especially when other antibiotics like penicillins or cephalosporins cannot be used. These infections include bone infections (osteomyelitis), joint infections (septic arthritis), and blood infections such as bacteraemia and sepsis.
Q. Is Tecoren 200mg Injection safe for children and elderly patients?
Yes, Tecoren 200mg Injection can be used in children over 2 months of age and elderly patients. However, for both age groups, the dosage is adjusted based on weight and kidney function, and regular monitoring may be needed during treatment.
Q. Can Tecoren 200mg Injection cause serious allergic reactions?
Yes, Tecoren 200mg Injection can cause severe allergic reactions in rare cases, including anaphylactic shock. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, and rash. If any of these occur, seek emergency help immediately.
Q. What precautions should be taken before using Tecoren 200mg Injection?
Before starting Tecoren 200mg Injection, it is important to tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, hearing difficulties, or are allergic to Teicoplanin or similar antibiotics like vancomycin. Regular blood, kidney, and hearing tests may be done during the course of treatment.
Q. What are the signs of Tecoren 200mg Injection overdose?
An overdose of Tecoren 200mg Injection may lead to kidney problems or hearing loss. While some overdose cases in children have shown no symptoms, it is still important to seek immediate medical help if an overdose is suspected.
Q. Can Tecoren 200mg Injection cause skin reactions?
Yes, serious skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN), and medicine-induced rashes have been reported with Tecoren 200mg Injection. If you develop a widespread rash, blisters, or skin peeling, let your doctor know immediately, as your doctor may stop the medication.
Products for Tecoren
Tecoren 200mg Injection
vial of 1 Injection
MRP
₹800
Tecoren 400mg Injection
vial of 1 Injection
MRP
₹1500
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