Althrocin 250 Tablet
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Product introduction
Althrocin 250 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps resolve the symptoms and clear the infection.
Althrocin 250 Tablet is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It is best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
Common side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, pain in the abdomen, and diarrhea. These are generally temporary and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Uses of Althrocin Tablet
Benefits of Althrocin Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Althrocin 250 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Althrocin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Althrocin
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Decreased appetite
How to use Althrocin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Althrocin 250 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Althrocin Tablet works
Althrocin 250 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by inhibiting the production of key proteins that bacteria need to perform essential tasks. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Althrocin 250 Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Althrocin 250 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Althrocin 250 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Althrocin 250 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Althrocin 250 Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as the use of this medicine may affect hearing in patients with severe kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as the use of this medicine may affect hearing in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Althrocin 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Althrocin 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine in liver disease patients can cause hearing loss.
Use of this medicine in liver disease patients can cause hearing loss.
What if you forget to take Althrocin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Althrocin 250 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping early may allow the infection to return and make it more difficult to treat.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Althrocin 250 Tablet.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Althrocin 250 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Althrocin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Lovastatin with Erythromycin. If Erythromycin is essential, your doctor may temporarily stop Lovastatin. Erythromycin may raise blood levels of Lovastatin.
Concurren
Do not consume Disopyramide with Erythromycin. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels ma
Do not consume Pimozide with Erythromycin.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Simvastatin with Erythromycin. If Erythromycin is essential, your doctor may temporarily stop Simvastatin. Erythromycin may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
Concur
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Erythromycin.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Althrocin 250 Tablet
Thrice A Day
80%
Once A Day
20%
What are you using Althrocin Tablet for?
Bacterial inf*
63%
Bacterial ski*
24%
Others
14%
*Bacterial infections, Bacterial skin infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
36%
Poor
33%
Excellent
30%
What were the side-effects while using Althrocin 250 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
36%
Diarrhea
9%
Vomiting
9%
Pancreatic in*
9%
Itching
9%
*No Side Effect, Pancreatic inflammation
How do you take Althrocin Tablet?
With food
67%
With or witho*
22%
Empty stomach
11%
*With or without food
Please rate Althrocin 250 Tablet on price
Average
53%
Expensive
39%
Not Expensive
8%
FAQs
Can the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestines and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, consult your doctor.
How long does Althrocin 250 Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Althrocin 250 Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Althrocin 250 Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Althrocin 250 Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Althrocin 250 Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet cause infertility?
There is no evidence to suggest that the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.
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Marketer details
Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Althrocin 250 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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