Sepsivac Vial Of 0.6ml Suspension For Injection
By CADILA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
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0.6ml Suspension For Injection in Vial
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Description
Sepsivac injection is an immunotherapeutic medicine. It contains heat-killed strains of bacteria named "Mycobacterium w" which is a non-pathogenic mycobacterium and has immunomodulatory properties. I
t is used as immunotherapy in sepsis or septic shock, leprosy and a certain type of lung cancer along with other anti-cancer medicines. It works by altering the biological response of an individual to various pathological conditions. This injection is given intradermally (into the dermis) by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or healthcare set up. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or likely to be pregnant and if you are breastfeeding your child before taking this medicine.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹5346.00 |
| You Save | ₹2079.00 (28% on MRP) |
| Contains | Mycobacterium W(10.0 B)+Sodium Chloride(0.9 %W/V) |
| Uses | Leprosy, sepsis, certain form of lung cancer |
| Side effects | Skin lesions, redness, rashes, stomach upset |
| Therapy | DRUGS FOR SEPSIS |
Uses
Sepsivac injection is used as an immunotherapeutic agent (to modify actions of the immune system) in sepsis, septic shock, leprosy and in a certain type of lung cancer along with other anti-cancer medicine....
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to Mycobacterium w (heat-killed) or any ingredient of Sepsivac injection.
- If you are pregnant or a nursing mother or suffering from fever.
- If you have a septic skin condition such as eczema, the injection site should be free from skin lesions.
- If you have any pre-existing medical conditions other than the disease for which this injection is being used.
Side effects
- Injection site reaction
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Pain
- Weakness
- Vomiting
- Cough
- Infection
- Lung infection
- Irregular blood cell count
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Sepsivac injection during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information is available on the safety of this medicine during pregnancy, thus should not be taken by a pregnant woman. If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor before taking this injection.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Sepsivac injection while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not known whether the component of this injection passe into the breast milk. Caution is advised if being administered to a nursing woman.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Sepsivac injection?
A:
It does not affect your ability to drive, however, if you experience side effects like dizziness, you should avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol if I have taken Sepsivac injection?
A:
There is no known interaction of alcohol with this injection. However, it is important to tell your doctor if you drink too often.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You develop local reaction, redness or skin lesions at the site of injection, if it persists for a long time contact your doctor immediately.
- This injection should not be used in patients below 18 years of age.
- You have any pre-existing medical condition or upcoming vaccination schedule.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Sepsivac injection contains heat-killed "Mycobacterium w", it works by activating actions of important immune cells in an individual which is usually reduced in conditions like leprosy and cancer. It also improves bacterial clearance from the body and strengthens the innate immunity of the patient and helps restore natural immune status....
Directions for Use
- Sepsivac injection will be given to you by your doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic.
- Please follow any aftercare instruction given by your doctor or nurse.
- A local reaction may develop after taking this injection, protect it from getting wet if oozing occurs.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
Sepsivac injection doesn't have any known interaction with other medicines. However, you should always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned vaccination scheduled....
Storage and disposal
- Keep this injection out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not use this injection after the expiry date.
- Store this in a refrigerator between 2°C -8°C, but do not freeze it.
- Store it in original packing to protect it from light.
- Do not take this injection if you see any changes or any signs of deterioration.
Dosage
Overdose
Sepsivac injection will be given to you by a healthcare professional so the chances of overdose are unlikely. If you experience any undesirable symptoms after taking this injection inform your doctor.
Missed a Dose
Sepsivac injection is given by a healthcare professional so it is unlikely that a dose will be missed. Inform your doctor if they miss giving you any dose.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Sepsivac injection?
A: Sepsivac injection is an immunotherapeutic agent which is used to improve actions of the immune system in leprosy, sepsis, septic shock and a certain type of lung cancer (along with other anti-cancer medicine).
Q: Can Sepsivac injection be given to a pregnant woman?
A: Due to a lack of safety information, this injection should not be used during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more information.
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