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Symtrax Information

Symtrax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Symtrax has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Symtrax depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Symtrax as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Symtrax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Symtrax's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Symtrax related warnings talks about Symtrax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Symtrax since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Symtrax are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Symtrax may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Symtrax is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Symtrax Benefits & Uses
Symtrax Dosage & How to Take
Symtrax Side Effects
Symtrax Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Symtrax with Other Drugs
Symtrax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Symtrax
Symtrax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Symtrax Benefits & Uses

Symtrax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Symtrax 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Symtrax Related Warnings

Is the use of Symtrax safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Symtrax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Symtrax safe during breastfeeding?

Symtrax has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Symtrax on the Kidneys?

Symtrax rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Symtrax on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Symtrax on the Heart?

You can take Symtrax without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Symtrax with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Symtrax Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Symtrax

Is this Symtrax habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Symtrax should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Symtrax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Symtrax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Symtrax

Taking Symtrax with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Symtrax

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Symtrax

Question over 4 years ago

Does Symtrax cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Rarely Symtrax can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Symtrax cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Symtrax can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Symtrax safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Symtrax is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Symtrax used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Symtrax is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Symtrax work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Symtrax works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.