Dyna Teicoplanin 200/400 Mg And Solvent 200/400 mg Powder and solvent for solution for injection/infusion or oral solution.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 April 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Serious Gram-positive infections.
Dosage (summary)
Moderate infections: 400 mg loading, 200 mg daily. Severe infections: 400 mg every 12 hours for 3 doses, then 400 mg daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2-3 days, Duration: at least 3 days after symptoms resolve.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not established for safety; avoid in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Aminoglycosides
- Nephrotoxic drugs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to teicoplanin
- Children <3 years
- Subarachnoid injection
Common side effects
- Rash
- Nausea
- Thrombocytopenia
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Monitor for infusion reactions
- Report any skin reactions
- Avoid in severe renal impairment
Serious warnings
- Risk of anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Renal failure
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