The U.S. FDA approved Mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection on 17th Dec 1991. Mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection belongs to the group called plasma immunoglobulin. This medication is used to treat leprosy, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and sepsis (immune response for the infection).

Mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection is used in treating leprosy, advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) in combination with Paclitaxel plus Cisplatin regimen and also used to treat sepsis (immune response for the infection). 

This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection will be given to you by your doctor. It is given intradermally, either as single injections or as a continuous infusion (a drip). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors.

The common side effects that are experienced while you are on the treatment with Mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, pain, weakness, weight loss, constipation, breathlessness, loss of appetite, cough Haemoptysis (coughing up blood from the lungs or bronchial tubes). Report your doctor immediately, if you experience any allergic reaction, skin ulcers or abscess at the site of injection, neuropathy (nerve damage)

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection or any of the ingredients present in it. Consult your doctor if you have fever, skin septic (edema, skin lesion) and chronic debilitating condition (Alzheimer), ulcer (skin).

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection or any of the ingredients present in it. Consult your doctor if you have fever, skin septic (edema, skin lesion) and chronic debilitating condition (alzheimer), ulcer (skin).

Individuals with nerve problem, skin problem, lung problem should inform your doctor before using the mycobacterium w (Heat Killed) injection. It is contraindicated for people with skin problems like (edema, skin lesion). Speak with the doctor about your previous medical history, before using the medicine.

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The drug information on this page is not a substitute for medical advice. It is meant for educational purposes only. For further details, consult your doctor about your medical condition to know if you can receive this treatment.