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Althrocin 100 Drop is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Althrocin 100 Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Althrocin 100 Drop. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Althrocin 100 Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Althrocin 100 Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Althrocin 100 Drop has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Althrocin 100 Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Althrocin 100 Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Althrocin 100 Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Althrocin 100 Drop is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Althrocin 100 Drop 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 100 Drop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Althrocin safely.
Is the use of Althrocin 100 Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Althrocin.
What is the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Althrocin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop on the Liver?
Althrocin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop on the Heart?
Using Althrocin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Althrocin 100 Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Althrocin 100 Drop habit forming or addictive?
Althrocin 100 Drop 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 100 Drop as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Althrocin 100 Drop is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Althrocin 100 Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Althrocin 100 Drop
When consumed with certain foods, Althrocin 100 Drop may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Althrocin 100 Drop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop 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