Epime Information
Epime is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Pneumonia. Other than this, Epime has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Epime depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Epime have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Epime are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Epime's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Epime has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Epime related warnings section.
Epime is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Epime contraindications section.
Additionally, Epime may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Epime is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Epime Benefits & Uses
Epime is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Neutropenia
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Peritonitis
- Septic Arthritis
- Osteomyelitis
Epime 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Epime Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Epime is used -
Moderate
- Inflammation of a vein
- Vaginal inflammation
- Erythema
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Rash
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Itching or burning
- Diarrhoea
- Urticaria
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Epime Related Warnings
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Is the use of Epime safe for pregnant women?
Epime is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Epime safe during breastfeeding?
Epime may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Epime on the Kidneys?
Epime rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Epime on the Liver?
Epime is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Epime on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Epime for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Epime with Other Drugs
Epime should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Epime Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Epime
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Is this Epime habit forming or addictive?
Epime does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Epime as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Epime is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Epime is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Epime Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Epime
It is safe to take Epime with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Epime
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Epime with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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