Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml

Description

Overview

Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml contains Tobramycin, which belongs to a group of chemicals known as antibiotics and works tirelessly in the body to eliminate bacteria and their toxins, that cause bacterial respiratory infections, burn wound infections, UTIs, and skin infections.

How Does Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml Work

Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml belongs to a widespread chemical group known as antibiotics. Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml works by preventing the growth/multiplication of bacteria in the human body thus eradicating the infection.

Dosing and Indications

Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml can be used to treat: 

• Bacterial infection of the blood
• Bacterial infection of the central nervous system 
• Bacterial infection of the gastrointestinal tract
• Urinary tract and bladder bacterial infections
• Respiratory bacterial infections 
• Bacterial infections of soft tissues and bone 
• Bacterial infections on burn wounds 

ADULT DOSAGE 

MOST COMMONLY ADMINISTERED DOSAGE: 3MG-5MG/KG each day is administered either all together or the dosage may be divided evenly throughout the day.

BACTERIAL INFECTIONS OF SOFT TISSUES AND BONES: 3MG/kg daily is prescribed to be administered every 8 hours. The maximum daily dosage is 5MG/KG each day.

RESPIRATORY BACTERIAL INFECTION: 3MG/kg each day is prescribed to be administered after every 8 hours. The maximum daily dosage is 5MG/KG each day. The dosage is to be lowered as the patient’s symptoms improve.

BACTERIAL INFECTION OF THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM: 3MG/kg daily is prescribed to be administered every 8 hours. The maximum daily dosage is 5MG/KG each day. The dosage is to be lowered as the patient’s symptoms improve.

BRUCELLOSIS: 5MG/KG each day may be administered intravenously; or 240MG/KG may be administered each day intramuscularly, for a period of 7 days. In these cases, oftentimes Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is administered alongside Doxycycline.

CHOLANGITIS: 4MG-6MG/KG of Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is administered each day. In these cases, often Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is administered alongside Ampicillin.

CHILD DOSAGE 

MOST COMMONLY ADMINISTERED DOSAGE: 4MG/KG (or less than 4MG) of Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is administered daily. Dosage may go up to 6MG-7.5MG/KG depending upon each patient’s weight, age, and symptoms. Dosage may be administered either altogether or the dosage may be divided evenly throughout the day.

BACTERIAL INFECTIONS OF SOFT TISSUES AND BONES: 2MG-2.5MG/KG every 6-8 hours is the maximum daily dosage for infant patients 

RESPIRATORY BACTERIAL INFECTION: 2MG-2.5MG every 8 hours is prescribed or 1.5MG-1.89MG every 6 hours can be prescribed.

ELDERLY DOSAGE

For patients aged 65 years and above, the dosage may be altered due to decreased kidney function or any other illnesses the patients might be diagnosed with.

How To Use Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml

Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is injected into the patient’s vein (intravenously) or the patient’s muscles (intramuscularly) by a trained healthcare professional. The area where the needle is to pierce the skin is first disinfected with an alcohol swab or any other disinfectant that the hospital has. Then the needle was uncapped, and the solution was injected into the body. The solution is injected slowly. The area of the skin where the needle enters may slightly bruise or remain sore for 24 hours. After the injection, the needle prick is pressed down (by hand) for 20 seconds to ensure there is no bleeding and then a band-aid is placed on top. It is advised to not mix Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml with other medicines. The patient is advised to take each dose at the same time each day keeping a 6- or 8-12-hour gap in between each dose. 

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dose time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

Side Effects

Tell your healthcare supervisor immediately, if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Reduced urine production 
• Changes in the color of urine (cloudy urine observed)
• Headache 
• Confusion 
• Difficulty in hearing 
• Soreness at the site of injection 
• Skin rash 
• Stomach problems (such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea)

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml:

• Allergy to Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml or any other medicine (especially any antibiotic) or food substance 
• Pregnant women 
• Lactating women 
• Moderate to severe kidney disease/impairment 
• Moderate to severe Liver disease/impairment 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml:

• Pediatric patients 
• Dehydration 
• Mild to moderate kidney disease/impairment
• Mild to moderate Liver disease/impairment 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml:

• Other aminoglycosides (such as Amikacin, Neomycin, etc.)
• Other antibiotics (such as Amphotericin B, Vancomycin, etc.)
• Cisplatin 
• Diuretics 
• Muscle relaxants 
• Ciclosporin 
• Neostigmine
• Pyridostigmine 
• Warfarin 
• Phenindione 

FAQs

#1. CAN Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml BE USED IF PATIENT IS HAVING FLU SYMPTOMS?

Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is not deemed to be effective against viruses as Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is an antibiotic and therefore works on bacteria to eliminate bacterial infections.

#2. CAN I TAKE Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml DURING MY PREGNANCY?

Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml is prescribed to pregnant patients only when necessary and then under the physician’s care and supervision.

#3. CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to cause temporary muscle weakness hence if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.

#4. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Nebcin 80mg Injection 2 ml?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in a slowing down of heart rate and vertigo accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.