Tilex 500mg Injection
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Product introduction
Tilex 500mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
Tilex 500mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Tilex 500mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Tilex Injection
Benefits of Tilex Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Tilex 500mg Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of 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 those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Tilex 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 Tilex
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Rash
How to use Tilex Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Tilex 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tilex 500mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Tilex 500mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tilex 500mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tilex 500mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Tilex 500mg Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Tilex 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tilex 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment of Tilex 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Dose adjustment of Tilex 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
What if you forget to take Tilex Injection?
If you miss a dose of Tilex 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Tilex 500mg 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 harder to treat.
- Discontinue Tilex 500mg 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Tilex 500mg Injection safe?
Tilex 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.
Q. How long does Tilex 500mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Tilex 500mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. Who should not take Tilex 500mg Injection?
Tilex 500mg Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Tilex 500mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gall bladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, do not take Tilex 500mg Injection without consulting your doctor to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Tilex 500mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. For how long does Tilex 500mg Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Tilex 500mg Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Q. Is Tilex 500mg Injection effective?
Tilex 500mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Tilex 500mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Tilex 500mg Injection administered?
Tilex 500mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor 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 the maximum benefit from Tilex 500mg Injection.
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Country of origin: India
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