Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's belongs to the class of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics which is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites. It is used to treat respiratory tract infections (influenza, pneumonia), genitourinary infections (syphilis, gonorrhoea), anthrax infection, sinuses, eye, and skin infections. Besides this, it is also indicated in the tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off-label, usage includes the prevention of malaria and the treatment of acne.

FAQs

What is the use of Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's?

Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, skin infections, sexually transmitted infections (gonorrhoea, syphilis), and gum infections (periodontitis). Besides this, Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's may also be used to treat or prevent anthrax.

How does Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's work?

Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's stops the growth of bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for their survival. Thereby, Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's helps treat bacterial infections.

Can I stop taking Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's if I feel better?

No, Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course is necessary; otherwise, the infection might re-appear in a more severe form and will also become difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.

What should I avoid while taking Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's?

If you are taking Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's, avoid taking antacids containing aluminium, calcium or magnesium or other drugs containing these cations; oral zinc, iron salts or bismuth preparations within 2 hours of consumption of Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's as they may affect the absorption of Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's. Avoid taking dairy products within 2 hours of taking Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's as they may also impair the absorption of Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's.

Does Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's cause teeth staining?

Use of Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and in children below the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, it is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age.

Does Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's increase skin sensitivity?

Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. So, apply sunscreen while going out and wear protective clothing and sunglasses. Avoid prolonged and unnecessary exposure to sunlight.

Does Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's affect efficacy of birth control pills?

Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's may lower the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives such as birth control pills, rings, patches, or injections. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns, your doctor may advise regarding other forms of contraception.

Does Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's prevent malarial infection?

Bidel 100 mg Injection 1'sÂ does not completely prevent malaria caused by P. falciparum as Bidel 100 mg Injection 1's is given as a prophylactic regimen (protection) whenever anyone enters a malaria-prone area.