Althrocin 100 Drop is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Althrocin 100 Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Althrocin 100 Drop. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Althrocin 100 Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Althrocin 100 Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Althrocin 100 Drop has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Althrocin 100 Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Althrocin 100 Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Althrocin 100 Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Althrocin 100 Drop is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Althrocin 100 Drop 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 Althrocin 100 Drop is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Althrocin 100 Drop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Althrocin safely.
Is the use of Althrocin 100 Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Althrocin.
What is the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Althrocin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop on the Liver?
Althrocin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop on the Heart?
Using Althrocin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Althrocin 100 Drop 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 Althrocin 100 Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Althrocin 100 Drop habit forming or addictive?
Althrocin 100 Drop 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 Althrocin 100 Drop as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Althrocin 100 Drop is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Althrocin 100 Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Althrocin 100 Drop
When consumed with certain foods, Althrocin 100 Drop may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Althrocin 100 Drop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Althrocin 100 Drop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Althrocin can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Althrocin is a brand name of erythromycin and it comes in the unit dosage form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called macrolides. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria.
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.
Yes, Althrocin causes nausea and vomiting, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If it persist or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Althrocin 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.
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
