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Tecoma 400mg Injection


Product introduction

Tecoma 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.

Tecoma 400mg Injection is used to treat bacterial (germ) infections that affect various parts of the body normally leading to painful swelling and redness of the affected part causing varied problems

Uses of Tecoma Injection

  • Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Tecoma Injection

In Severe bacterial infections

Tecoma 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 self-administered. Tecoma 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 Tecoma 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 Tecoma

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Fever
  • Itching
  • Skin rash

How to use Tecoma Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Tecoma 400mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tecoma 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tecoma 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tecoma 400mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may have headaches or feel dizzy while being treated with Tecoma 400mg Injection. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tecoma 400mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tecoma 400mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tecoma 400mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tecoma 400mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Tecoma Injection?

If you miss a dose of Tecoma 400mg Injection, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Tecoma 400mg Injection is used for treating serious bacterial infections, which cannot be treated with other antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins. 
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • It is given by an injection or drip into a vein or into a muscle.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and headaches.
  • Do not take Tecoma 400mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Glycopeptide antibiotics
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Glycopeptides

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References

  1. MacDougall C, Chambers HF. Protein Synthesis Inhibitors and Miscellaneous Antibacterial Agents. 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. 1539-42.
  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. 787.
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Marketer details

Name: Eustoma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: F 51 & 52 VARDHMAN CITY PLAZA,DAWA BAZAR, Hamidia Rd, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462001
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Tecoma 400mg 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.

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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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