Medicines based on Streptomycin
Streptomycin Information
Streptomycin is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Streptomycin have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Streptomycin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Streptomycin Benefits & Uses
Streptomycin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Streptomycin 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 |
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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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Streptomycin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Streptomycin is used -
Common
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Ringing in ears
- Weakness
- Paresthesia
- Chills
- Chest Pain
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sore throat
- Difficulty urinating
Streptomycin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Streptomycin safe for pregnant women?
Streptomycin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Streptomycin without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Streptomycin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Streptomycin.
Safe -
What is the effect of Streptomycin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Streptomycin on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Streptomycin on the Liver?
Streptomycin is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Streptomycin on the Heart?
Using Streptomycin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Streptomycin with Other Drugs
Streptomycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Streptomycin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Streptomycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Kidney Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Myasthenia Gravis
Frequently asked Questions about Streptomycin
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Is this Streptomycin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Streptomycin.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Streptomycin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Streptomycin can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Streptomycin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Streptomycin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Streptomycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Streptomycin
Taking Streptomycin with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Streptomycin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Streptomycin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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