Q Mycin 125 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Q Mycin Benefits & Uses

Q Mycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Q Mycin 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Stye Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Q Mycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Q Mycin safe for pregnant women?

Q Mycin is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Q Mycin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Q Mycin.

Safe
What is the effect of Q Mycin on the Kidneys?

Q Mycin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Q Mycin on the Liver?

Q Mycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Q Mycin on the Heart?

Q Mycin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Q Mycin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Sotalol

Theophylline

Moderate

Warfarin

Carbamazepine

Paracetamol

Q Mycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Mycin 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 Q Mycin

Is this Q Mycin habit forming or addictive?

Q Mycin does not cause addiction.

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

Q Mycin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Q Mycin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Q Mycin for mental disorders.

No

Q Mycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Q Mycin

Q Mycin 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 Q Mycin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Q Mycin with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Q Mycin

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Q Mycin?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the type of bacteria and severity of infection. It can be taken with food or without food but it is better to take it empty stomach before half hour of eating food or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with myasthenia gravis and improper liver function.

Question about 4 years ago

Is Q Mycin an antibiotic?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Q Mycin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Q Mycin?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Take Q Mycin as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Q Mycin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Q Mycin 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Q Mycin for sore throat?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Q Mycin 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.