Spectinomycin



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Spectinomycin Information



Spectinomycin Benefits & Uses

Spectinomycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Spectinomycin Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial treatment with 4 grams (10 mL) intramuscularly is preferred
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial treatment with 4 grams (10 mL) intramuscularly is preferred
Geriatric
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial treatment with 4 grams (10 mL) intramuscularly is preferred


Spectinomycin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Spectinomycin is used -

Common

Spectinomycin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Spectinomycin safe for pregnant women?


    Spectinomycin is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Spectinomycin safe during breastfeeding?


    Spectinomycin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Spectinomycin on the Kidneys?


    Using Spectinomycin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Spectinomycin on the Liver?


    Spectinomycin is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Spectinomycin on the Heart?


    Spectinomycin is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Spectinomycin with Other Drugs

Spectinomycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Spectinomycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Spectinomycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Spectinomycin

  • Is this Spectinomycin habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Spectinomycin is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Spectinomycin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Spectinomycin only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Spectinomycin for mental disorders.

    No

Spectinomycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Spectinomycin


    It is safe to take Spectinomycin with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Spectinomycin


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Spectinomycin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trobicin™ (spectinomycin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759



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