Althrocin Forte Information
Althrocin Forte is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Althrocin Forte has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Althrocin Forte is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Althrocin Forte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Althrocin Forte are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Althrocin Forte's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Althrocin Forte has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Althrocin Forte related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Althrocin Forte have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Althrocin Forte have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Althrocin Forte is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
- Althrocin Forte Benefits & Uses
- Althrocin Forte Dosage & How to Take
- Althrocin Forte Side Effects
- Althrocin Forte Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Althrocin Forte with Other Drugs
- Althrocin Forte Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Althrocin Forte
- Althrocin Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Althrocin Forte Benefits & Uses
Althrocin Forte is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Syphilis
- Gonorrhea
- Pneumonia
- Whooping Cough (Read More - Home remedies for whooping cough)
- Tonsillitis
- Stye
- Swollen Eyes
- Chancroid
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Chlamydia
Althrocin Forte 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
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Althrocin Forte Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Althrocin Forte is used -
Moderate
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Fainting
- Weakness
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Hearing Loss
Althrocin Forte Related Warnings
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Is the use of Althrocin Forte safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Althrocin Forte without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Althrocin Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Althrocin Forte does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Althrocin Forte on the Kidneys?
Using Althrocin Forte does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Althrocin Forte on the Liver?
Althrocin Forte has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Althrocin Forte on the Heart?
Althrocin Forte is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Althrocin Forte with Other Drugs
Althrocin Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Althrocin Forte Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Althrocin Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Myasthenia Gravis
Frequently asked Questions about Althrocin Forte
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Is this Althrocin Forte habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Althrocin Forte.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Althrocin Forte will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Althrocin Forte only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Althrocin Forte is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Althrocin Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Althrocin Forte
Althrocin Forte may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Althrocin Forte
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Althrocin Forte with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
