Topime 1000mg Injection
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Product introduction
Topime 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However, it will not treat a viral infection.
Topime 1000mg Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep taking the injection for as long as you are prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.
Some people may develop side effects like rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, headache, fever, diarrhea, or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, your doctor may advise blood tests to monitor your kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.
Uses of Topime Injection
Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Benefits of Topime Injection
In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Topime 1000mg 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. Topime 1000mg 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 Topime 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 Topime
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Diarrhea
Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
Injection site phlebitis
Skin rash
Increased liver enzymes
Positive Coombs test
Increased prothrombin time
Decreased phosphate level in blood
Increased partial thromboplastin time (PTT)
How to use Topime Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Topime Injection works
Topime 1000mg 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 Topime 1000mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Topime 1000mg 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
Topime 1000mg 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.
Avoid prolonged use of Topime 1000mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Topime 1000mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Topime 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Topime 1000mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Topime 1000mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Topime 1000mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Topime Injection?
If you miss a dose of Topime 1000mg Injection, consult your doctor.
Quick tips
Your doctor has prescribed Topime 1000mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Topime 1000mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor has prescribed Topime 1000mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Topime 1000mg Injection as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Topime 1000mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Interaction with drugs
Taking Topime with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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FAQs
How long does Topime 1000mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Topime 1000mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can the use of Topime 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Topime 1000mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which 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.
What if I don't get better after using Topime 1000mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
