Targocid is a medicine that has as active substance Teicoplanin.
This injectable drug is an antibacterial indicated for the treatment of diseases such as urinary tract infection and endocartitis.
The action of Targocid is to interfere in the cell wall of the bacteria, eliminating them completely from the organism and diminishing the symptoms of the infection shortly after its administration.
Indications of Targocid
Endocartitis; urinary infection; infection in the bones; skin infection; peritonitis; respiratory infection.
Side Effects of Targocid
Diarrhea; nausea; vomiting; pain at the site of application; itching; fever; dizziness; Headache; inflammation or obstruction in the vein; abscess at the injection site; Hearing Loss; ringing in the ears; balance problems; fatigue; anaphylactic shock.
Contraindications of Targocid
Pregnant or lactating women.
How to use Targocid
Injectable use
Intramuscular use
- Add the contents of the medicine in the indicated diluent, make a gentle rotation until the powder dissolves completely. Before applying Targocid, the vial should remain in rest for 15 minutes. A maximum of 3 ml should be applied to the buttocks of the adults and to the lateral part of the thigh of children.
Intravenous
- Apply 3 ml of Targocid intravenously. The application of the injection lasts an average of 3 to 5 minutes.
