Introduction About NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION contains Netilmicin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage severe life-threatening bacterial infections affecting various parts of the body such as respiratory tract, urinary tract, genital tract, skin and soft tissues, stomach, biliary tract, blood (sepsis), brain and bones and joints.

It can also be used prophylactically to manage bacterial infections following surgery or after any wounds or burns. It also manages and manages bacterial infections among immune compromised patients.

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION should be used under careful medical supervision. It is suitable for use both in adults and in children. Therapy with NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION should be continued for the stipulated duration instructed by the doctor to achieve better results. Failing to complete the full course of the therapy or skipping doses in between the therapy may not result in adequate infection control.

Before receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have parkinsonism or any muscle problems (myasthenia gravis) as a precaution.

Do not receive NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION are swelling and irritation at the site of injection, problems in hearing or balance, headache, nausea, vomiting and weakness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Uses Of NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION

It is used to manage severe and life-threatening bacterial infections such as:

• Blood infections (such as bacteraemia or sepsis including sepsis in new-borns)
• Urinary tract infections (such as cystitis and pyelonephritis)
• Genital tract infections (Ex. gonorrhoea)
• Skin and soft tissue infections (such as abscesses, furunculosis, impetigo, erysipelas)
• Stomach and biliary tract infections (such as peritonitis, intra-abdominal abscess)
• Respiratory tract infections (Ex. pneumonia, cystic fibrosis, chronic bronchitis)
• Bone and joint infections (Ex. septic arthritis)
• Brain infections (Ex. meningitis and ventriculitis)
• Heart infections (Ex. endocarditis)
• Infections of burns, wounds or injuries
• Post-surgical infections

How NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION Works

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION is a powerful antibiotic. It binds to the susceptible bacteria and stops protein synthesis in the bacterial cell which is essential for its survival. Unlike other antibiotics, it can also remain unaffected by the toxic proteins produced by the bacteria. Therefore, it destroys the susceptible bacteria and manages it from further growth and multiplication which reduces the severity of the infection.

How to use NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein (intravenously) or into the muscle (intramuscularly).

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection.

Continue to receive NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor to achieve better control over infection. Failing to do so may worsen your existing condition.

Side Effects Of NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea or vomiting:

Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if you experience severe nausea and vomiting.

Diarrhea:

Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. If your diarrhea worsens, contact your doctor immediately.

Headache:  

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Injection site reactions:

Place an ice pack at the site of injection. Do not move the affected area. Consult your doctor if the symptom worsens.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION may harm the growing baby. Therefore, it should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by the physician. Consult your doctor for advice.

Breastfeeding

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk to the nursing infant. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION.

Kidney

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

Allergy

Do not receive NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Netilmicin.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• other medicines used to manage bacterial infections (such as ciprofloxacin, tobramycin, neomycin, streptomycin, paromomycin, cephalothin, polymyxin B, viomycin, vancomycin, bacitracin, gentamicin, kanamycin, colistin, cephaloridine, amikacin, sisomicin)
• amphotericin B (a medicine used to manage fungal infections)
• acyclovir (a medicine used to manage viral infections)
• cisplatin (a medicine used to manage cancer)
• medicines used to reduce oedema (Ex. ethacrynic acid or frusemide)
• muscle relaxants (used to reduce muscle spasms) Ex. succinylcholine, tubocurarine, decamethonium

Overdosage

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor if you experience any unusual side effects.

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FAQs About NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION

What is the use of NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION is used to manage severe life-threatening bacterial infections affecting various parts of the body such as respiratory tract, urinary tract, genital tract, skin and soft tissues, stomach, biliary tract, blood (sepsis), brain and bones and joints. It can also be used prophylactically to manage bacterial infections following surgery or after any wounds or burns. It also manages and manages bacterial infections among immune compromised patients.

How NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION works in my body?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION kills the susceptible bacteria by stopping protein synthesis in the bacterial cell which is essential for it to survive. It can also remain unaffected by the toxic proteins produced by the bacteria. Therefore, it destroys the susceptible bacteria and manages it from further growth and multiplication which reduces the severity of the infection.

Can NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION be used in patients with kidney problems?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

How NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION is administered?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein (intravenously) or into the muscles (intramuscularly).

For how long should I take NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION?

Take NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION for the stipulated duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip the medicine or stop receiving it on your own as it may cause the infection to become severe.

Can NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION be given to pregnant women?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

What precautions should I follow while receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION?

Before receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have parkinsonism or any muscle problems (myasthenia gravis) as a precaution. Do not receive NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Continue to receive NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor to achieve better control over infection. Failing to do so may worsen your existing condition.

What are the common side effects of receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION?

The most common side effects of receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION are swelling and irritation at the site of injection, problems in hearing or balance, headache, nausea, vomiting and weakness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Can I stop receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION once my symptoms subside?

Do not stop receiving NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION once your symptoms subside. It is important to take the full course of NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION to achieve better results. Failing to complete the full course of the therapy or skipping doses in between the therapy may not result in adequate infection control. It may also cause your symptoms to reappear.

Can the use of NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION cause diarrhea?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION may cause diarrhea in some individuals. If you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. If your diarrhea worsens contact your doctor immediately.

What kind of infections that NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION can manage?

NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION is an antibiotic. It is used to manage infections caused by bacteria. It can manage bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract, genital tract, stomach, brain, blood, skin or soft tissues and bones and joints. It can also be used to manage bacterial infections following surgery or after any wounds or burns.

Is NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION a steroid?

No. NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION is an antibiotic and not a steroid medicine.

Can NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION manage viral infections?

No. NETSPAN 50MG INJECTION cannot manage viral infections. It manages only bacterial infections. It acts by killing the susceptible bacteria which are responsible for causing infections, and therefore not effective against any viral infections.

References

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Bacterial culture
• Blood Urea Nitrogen
• Serum Creatine and Creatinine Clearance