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WHO GMP
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15 Days Easy
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(>8 Months)
WHO GMP
Certified
15 Days Easy
Returns
Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
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Bacterial infections / Tuberculosis (TB)
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More About Efficin 500mg Injection
Benefits
In Bacterial infections Efficin 500mg Injection is the injection form of an antibiotic medicine that stops the growth of the infection causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), brain, blood, and some others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. In Tuberculosis (TB) Efficin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Efficin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Efficin 500mg Injection .
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Efficin 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Efficin 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.
Not Safe: Efficin 500mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution Advised: Efficin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Efficin 500mg Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Efficin 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Efficin 500mg Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Manufacturer Address
Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India
References
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Chambers HF, Deck DH. Aminoglycosides & Spectinomycin. 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. 813
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