Hopstin Forte Inj belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Hopstin Forte Inj does not work against infections caused by a virus.

Hopstin Forte Inj contains Colistimethate, an antibiotic that works by binding to bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damaging bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria.

Take Hopstin Forte Inj as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Hopstin Forte Inj for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, stomach upset, tingling, or difficulty in breathing. Most of these side effects of Hopstin Forte Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Hopstin Forte Inj or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), kidney problems, or porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), inform your doctor before taking Hopstin Forte Inj. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Hopstin Forte Inj. Special care should be taken in new-born and premature babies as kidneys are not developed fully. Drive only if you are alert as Hopstin Forte Inj may cause confusion, vision problems, or dizziness.  If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Hopstin Forte Inj so that the dose may be reduced accordingly.

Hopstin Forte Inj contains Colistimethate, a narrow-spectrum antibiotic that is active against gram-negative bacteria. Hopstin Forte Inj binds to bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damages bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria. Hopstin Forte Inj is used when other antibiotics are not suitable.

If you are allergic to Hopstin Forte Inj or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), kidney problems, or porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), inform your doctor before taking Hopstin Forte Inj. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Hopstin Forte Inj. Special care should be taken in new-born and premature babies as kidneys are not developed fully. Drive only if you are alert as Hopstin Forte Inj may cause confusion, vision problems, or dizziness. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Hopstin Forte Inj so that the dose may be reduced accordingly. Inform your anesthetist that you are taking Hopstin Forte Inj as it may increase the effects of muscle relaxants used in general anesthesia. You are recommended to complete the full course of Hopstin Forte Inj as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.