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Terramycin 250mg Capsule
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in some infections of the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases and a skin condition known as acne. It should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity). Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic or any liver or kidney problems before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases and a skin condition known as acne. It should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and skin reaction on exposure to sunlight (photosensitivity). Avoid excessive sun exposure and use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects bother or worry you.
Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic or any liver or kidney problems before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of Terramycin Capsule
Side effects of Terramycin Capsule
Common
- Photosensitivity
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How to use Terramycin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Terramycin 250mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How Terramycin Capsule works
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Terramycin 250mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Terramycin 250mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Terramycin 250mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick Tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Terramycin 250mg Capsule to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Terramycin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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LIFE-THREATENING
Brand(s): Bentoform, Strotas
LIFE-THREATENING
Brand(s): Milorgen, Fosphen, Fosentin
SERIOUS
Brand(s): Magflux
SERIOUS
Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
Patients taking Terramycin 250mg Capsule
Twice A Day
52%
Once A Day
31%
Thrice A Day
14%
Four Times A *
3%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Terramycin Capsule for?
Bacterial inf*
65%
Others
35%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
61%
Average
25%
Poor
14%
What were the side-effects while using Terramycin 250mg Capsule?
No Side Effec*
67%
Vomiting
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Terramycin Capsule?
With food
71%
With or witho*
29%
*With or without food
Please rate Terramycin 250mg Capsule on price
Expensive
42%
Not Expensive
38%
Average
21%
FAQs
Q. Can I drink milk while taking Terramycin?
No, you should avoid using milk and milk products while taking Terramycin. Consuming dairy products along with Terramycin can decrease its absorption from the stomach, which may lead to inadequate affect of this medicine.
Q. How long after taking Terramycin can I eat?
It is best to wait for 2 hours after consuming Terramycin. Consuming food along with Terramycin may decrease its absorption from the stomach.
Q. Can I take Terramycin with food if its causing stomach upset?
Yes, you can take Terramycin with food if its causing you stomach upset. However, avoid consuming milk and milk products 1 hr before and 2 hr after taking this medicine.
Q. How long does Terramycin takes to work?
Usually, Terramycin starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Terramycin cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Terramycin can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
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References
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