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Althrocin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Tablet, Liquid. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Althrocin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Althrocin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Althrocin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Althrocin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Althrocin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Althrocin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Althrocin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Althrocin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Althrocin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Althrocin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Althrocin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Althrocin safely.
Is the use of Althrocin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Althrocin.
What is the effect of Althrocin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Althrocin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Althrocin on the Liver?
Althrocin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Althrocin on the Heart?
Using Althrocin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Althrocin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Althrocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Althrocin habit forming or addictive?
Althrocin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Althrocin as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Althrocin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Althrocin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Althrocin
When consumed with certain foods, Althrocin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Althrocin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Althrocin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Althrocin causes stomach pain, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience stomach pain after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller. Even if the pain does not subside or becomes more severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Althrocin can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Althrocin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria that results in stunted bacterial cell growth. It is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Corynebacterium diphtheriae, Bordetella pertussis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.
Yes, Althrocin is an antibiotic. It contains erythromycin (a broad spectrum antibiotic) which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria.
Althrocin is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pce (erythromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 752-754