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Daptonex 500mg Injection 1.0 Injection in 1 vial

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Daptonex 500mg Injection is a product of Zymes Bioscience Pvt Ltd

Composition: Daptomycin (500mg)

Pack of 1 injection

₹ 5437.5

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All Details About Daptonex 500mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Daptonex 500mg Injection

Description:

Daptonex 500mg Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, soft tissues, heart, and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.

Daptonex 500mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor based on the severity of your condition. Get the injection for as long as the doctor has prescribed it to get maximum benefits.

Some people may develop side effects like diarrhea, headache, dizziness, rash, and a decrease in blood pressure. 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.

Earlier starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell the doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor kidney and liver function.

Uses:

  • Severe bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Daptonex

  • Rash
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Pantingness
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Diarrhea
  • Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Daptonex 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Daptonex 500mg 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
Daptonex 500mg 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
SAFE
Daptonex 500mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Daptonex 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Daptonex 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Daptonex 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Daptonex 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Daptonex 500mg Injection? What is it used for?

Daptonex 500mg Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, soft tissues, heart and blood. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients who are hospitalized.

How is Daptonex 500mg Injection administered?

Daptonex 500mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Daptonex 500mg Injection.

Is Daptonex 500mg Injection safe?

Daptonex 500mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What are the side effects of Daptonex 500mg Injection?

Some common side effects associated with Daptonex 500mg Injection include a rash, decreased blood pressure, headache, dizziness, breathlessness, abnormal liver function tests, urinary tract infection and diarrhea. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.

How to cope with dizziness caused by Daptonex 500mg Injection?

If you feel dizzy while taking Daptonex 500mg Injection, lie down for some time and then get up slowly. Moving slowly and cautiously can also help cope up with dizziness. Avoid coffee, cigarettes, alcohol and recreational drugs. If dizziness persists or worsens, consult your doctor.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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