TARGOCID 400 MG INJECTION

Product Description

Targocid 400mg Injection is an antibiotic used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections in hospitalized patients It is effective against infections of the respiratory tract eg pneumonia urinary tract skin and soft tissues bones and joints heart blood and others

Targocid 400mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria and is useful for treating adults as well as children It is a narrowspectrum antibiotic that only covers the grampositive type of bacteria This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional It may also be combined with other antibiotics to treat additional types of bacteria

Some people may develop local injection site reactions like pain swelling redness However this is usually minor and temporary Other side effects like fever itching and skin rash may be seen occasionally Monitoring with regular kidney function tests may be needed while you are being treated with this medication Inform your doctor if you have a history of an allergic reaction to this medication in the past Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it may cause dizziness and headaches Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine

Uses of Targocid Powder for Injection

Severe bacterial infections



Benefits of Targocid Powder for Injection

In Severe bacterial infections
Targocid 400mg 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 the lungs pneumonia and urinary tract It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be selfadministered Targocid 400mg 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

Side effects of Targocid Powder for 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 youre worried about them

Common side effects of Targocid

Injection site reactions pain swelling redness
Fever
Itching
Skin rash



How to use Targocid Powder for Injection

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

How Targocid Powder for Injection works

Targocid 400mg 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

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Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Targocid 400mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects

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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Targocid 400mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you Please consult your doctor

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Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Targocid 400mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby

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Driving

UNSAFE

Targocid 400mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive
You may have headaches or feel dizzy while being treated with Targocid 400mg Injection If this happens do not drive

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Kidney

CAUTION

Targocid 400mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease Dose adjustment of Targocid 400mg Injection may be needed Please consult your doctor

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Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Targocid 400mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Targocid 400mg Injection may not be needed in these patients Please consult your doctor