BCG

Overview

BCG is a Schedule H antibiotic.
Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine is a vaccine primarily used against tuberculosis (TB). BCG is a freeze-dried product made from bacteria. BCG is used to treat bladder cancer that is localized (has not spread to other parts of the body), which increases certain white blood cells that destroy invading tumour cells in the bladder.

Usage

BCG is generally used to treat: Bladder Cancer, Tuberculosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

You should not receive BCG if you have tuberculosis, a fever, a bladder infection, blood in your urine, or a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicines). You should also not receive BCG if you have had a bladder biopsy, surgery, or catheter within the past 14 days.

Common Side-Effects

BCG : Pale Skin

Rare Side-Effects

BCG : Skin Rash, Cough, Fever

Technical Classification

BCG is categorized as:
  • BACTERIAL VACCINES / IMMUNOSTIMULANTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS
  • MISCELLANEOUS ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS
  • THERAPEUTIC VACCINES / IMMUNOSTIMULANTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with BCG as Ingredient

BCG I.P VACCINEBCG
ONCO BCG 40MG INJBCG 40.0 MG
ONCOVAC 40MG VACCINEBCG 40.0 MG
SII ONCO BCG 40MG INJBCG 40.0 MG
TUBERVAC 40MG INJBCG 40.0 MG
TUBERVAC VACCBCG 40 MG