Citamycin P is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Citamycin P have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Citamycin P. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Citamycin P have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Citamycin P normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Citamycin P's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Citamycin P's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citamycin P contraindications section.
Additionally, Citamycin P may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Citamycin P is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Citamycin P 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citamycin P is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Citamycin P safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Citamycin P in pregnant women.
Is the use of Citamycin P safe during breastfeeding?
Citamycin P does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Citamycin P on the Kidneys?
Citamycin P does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citamycin P on the Liver?
Citamycin P is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Citamycin P on the Heart?
Citamycin P is completely safe for the heart.
Citamycin P 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 Citamycin P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citamycin P habit forming or addictive?
Citamycin P does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Citamycin P as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Citamycin P only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Citamycin P in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Citamycin P
Some foods when eaten with Citamycin P can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citamycin P
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Citamycin P with alcohol will be.
No, Citamycin P does not make you sleepy. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it.
Yes, Citamycin P can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to erythromycin as well or not.
Yes, Citamycin P can be used for the treatment of sore throat (pharyngitis). Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Citamycin P 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.
No, Citamycin P does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
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