Swich 100 Dry Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Other than this, Swich 100 Dry Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Swich 100 Dry Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Swich 100 Dry Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Swich 100 Dry Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Swich 100 Dry Syrup's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Swich 100 Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Swich 100 Dry Syrup contraindications section.
Besides this, Swich 100 Dry Syrup 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 Swich 100 Dry Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Swich 100 Dry Syrup 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Swich 100 Dry Syrup is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Swich 100 Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Swich has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Swich 100 Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Swich. If you see any side effects, stop taking Swich immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Swich again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Swich 100 Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Swich. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Swich 100 Dry Syrup on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Swich. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Swich 100 Dry Syrup on the Heart?
Side effects of Swich rarely affect the heart.
Swich 100 Dry Syrup 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 Swich 100 Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Swich 100 Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Swich 100 Dry Syrup 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 Swich 100 Dry Syrup as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Swich 100 Dry Syrup is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Swich 100 Dry Syrup is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Swich 100 Dry Syrup
Taking Swich 100 Dry Syrup with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Swich 100 Dry Syrup
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Swich 100 Dry Syrup with alcohol will be.
Swich can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
No, you can not buy Swich over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Swich and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Swich works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Swich 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.
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