Texoplan Information

Texoplan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Endocarditis. Secondary and off-label uses of Texoplan have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Texoplan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Texoplan include Rash, Itching or burning, Fever. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Texoplan as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Texoplan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Texoplan is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Texoplan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Texoplan have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Texoplan have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Texoplan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Texoplan Benefits & Uses
Texoplan Dosage & How to Take
Texoplan Side Effects
Texoplan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Texoplan with Other Drugs
Texoplan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Texoplan
Texoplan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Texoplan Benefits & Uses

Texoplan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Texoplan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 400 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first 3 doses should be given as 10 mg/kg twice daily
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: first dose should be given as 16 mg/kg

Texoplan Related Warnings

Is the use of Texoplan safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Texoplan will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Texoplan safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Texoplan in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Texoplan on the Kidneys?

Texoplan rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Texoplan on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Texoplan on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Texoplan on the Heart?

Texoplan is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Texoplan with Other Drugs

Texoplan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cisplatin

Cyclosporin

Amphotericin B

Texoplan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Texoplan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Frequently asked Questions about Texoplan

Is this Texoplan habit forming or addictive?

Texoplan is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Texoplan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Texoplan only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Texoplan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Texoplan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Texoplan

Taking Texoplan with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Texoplan

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Texoplan with alcohol.

Unknown