Sodium Stibogluconate Injection

Description

Sodium Stibogluconate Injection is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of kala-azar (a parasitic disease spread by the bite of infected sand flies). It inhibits the growth of the parasite and kills it, thus relieving your infection. Sodium Stibogluconate Injection is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous) or muscle (intramuscular). Your doctor will decide which one is best for you. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Some people may experience vomiting, headache, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, pain in the muscle and joints, and tiredness as the side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney, liver, or heart problems while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have been treated for kala-azar earlier or have sores in your mouth, nose, or throat. Your doctor may advise for an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check how well your heart works, before and during your treatment.

Introduction

In Kala-azar Sodium Stibogluconate Injection is an antibiotic medicine and is used to treat kala-azar, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected sand flies. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.

Benefits

Sodium Stibogluconate Injection is an antibiotic. It inhibits the growth of the parasite and kills it, thus relieving your infection.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sodium Stibogluconate Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Sodium Stibogluconate Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Sodium Stibogluconate Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Sodium Stibogluconate Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : CAUTION - Sodium Stibogluconate Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sodium Stibogluconate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Sodium Stibogluconate Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. - Liver : CAUTION - Sodium Stibogluconate Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sodium Stibogluconate Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.