Hopstin 1Million IU Injection
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Product introduction
Hopstin 1Million IU Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, and others. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.
Hopstin 1Million IU 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 your doctor based on the severity and type of infection you have. Get the injection regularly for as long as your doctor has prescribed to get maximum benefits.
It may cause pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection. However, these 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. It can even cause kidney damage in some people. You might need to be monitored while on this medication.
Before 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 function and the level of the medicine in your blood.
Hopstin 1Million IU 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 your doctor based on the severity and type of infection you have. Get the injection regularly for as long as your doctor has prescribed to get maximum benefits.
It may cause pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection. However, these 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. It can even cause kidney damage in some people. You might need to be monitored while on this medication.
Before 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 function and the level of the medicine in your blood.
Uses of Hopstin Injection
- Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Benefits of Hopstin Injection
In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Hopstin 1Million IU Injection is an antibiotic that is used to treat certain bacterial infections such as stomach and intestinal infections. It works by killing bacteria causing infections. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine 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 Hopstin 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 Hopstin
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Kidney damage
How to use Hopstin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Hopstin Injection works
Hopstin 1Million IU Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Hopstin 1Million IU Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hopstin 1Million IU 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hopstin 1Million IU 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
Hopstin 1Million IU Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hopstin 1Million IU Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hopstin 1Million IU Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hopstin 1Million IU Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- It is given by a drip or by injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
- It may also be used to kill the natural bacteria that are present in the stomach before surgery on the stomach.
- Do not use it for any other types of bacterial infections.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Cyclic polypeptide
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Cell membrane active agent
Interaction with drugs
Taking Hopstin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Colistin Sulphate with Amikacin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and a
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Colistin Sulphate with Gentamicin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Colistin Sulphate with Kanamycin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Do not consume Colistin Sulphate with Netilmicin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure frequently.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What should I tell my doctor before taking Hopstin 1Million IU Injection?
Before taking Hopstin 1Million IU Injection, you must tell your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your kidneys or liver. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Who should not use Hopstin 1Million IU Injection?
Use of Hopstin 1Million IU Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Hopstin 1Million IU Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Hopstin 1Million IU Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Can I take Hopstin 1Million IU Injection in pregnancy?
Enough evidence is not available to provide clarity on the use of Hopstin 1Million IU Injection in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Hopstin 1Million IU Injection. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.
Is Hopstin 1Million IU Injection safe?
Hopstin 1Million IU 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.
Is Hopstin 1Million IU Injection effective?
Hopstin 1Million IU 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 Hopstin 1Million IU Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I forget to take a dose of Hopstin 1Million IU Injection?
If you forget a dose of Hopstin 1Million IU Injection, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Huang J, Tang YQ, Sun JY. Intravenous colistin sulfate: a rarely used form of polymyxin E for the treatment of severe multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacterial infections. Scand J Infect Dis. 2010;42(4):260-5. [Accessed 30 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: 27, RACE COURSE ROAD, BANGALORE-560 001, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Hopstin 1Million IU Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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