SEPSIVAC INJECTION

Introduction:

Sepsivac Injection is used both as a vaccine and as a treatment for certain bacterial infections. This medicine contains Mycobacterium W cells which have been killed by heat. It is used in the treatment of infections like leprosy or to treat or prevent infections in people undergoing treatment for lung cancer. Leprosy is a chronic condition affecting the skin and the nerves, caused by Mycobacterium leprae. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss are some of the common side effects associated with this injection.

Uses of Sepsivac Injection:

• Treatment of Leprosy in lepramin negative patients
• Adjunct to Paclitaxel and Cisplatin regimen for the treatment of advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
• Adjuvant to standard regimen for the treatment of Sepsis
• Treatment of other bacterial infections (tuberculosis etc.)

How Sepsivac Injection works:

Sepsivac Injection works by altering body’s response to various pathological conditions and diseases. It generates potent cell mediated immune response when administered through intradermal route.

Interaction with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not freeze. Do not use after expiration date.

References:

1. Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd, [Revised on Dec 2019] [Accessed on 5th May 2021], 
   https://www.cadilapharma.com/ast/uploads/2020/04/Cadila-Pharmaceuticals_About-Sepsivac-1.pdf 
2. D.H. Dockrell, S. Sundar, B.J. Angus, R.P. Hobson, Infectious disease, Davidson’s Principles and Practice of Medicine, 22nd Edition, 2014, 293-386.
    

How to use Sepsivac injection: 

Follow the exact dosage prescribed by your doctor. A doctor or nurse will administer the medication to you.

Safety advice:

Pregnancy:

This medicine is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Consult with your doctor for advice.

Breastfeeding:

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Sepsivac injection. Consult with your doctor for advice.

Others:

Inform your doctor about any immune disease, skin diseases or any other conditions you have before starting treatment with this medicine.

Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects; not everyone gets them.

Severe:

• Allergic reaction
• Skin ulcers or abscess at the site of injection

Common:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Weight loss
• Anemia
• Hair loss
• Thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets)
• Low white blood cell count
• Cough