Tetramax 500 Capsule

Tetramax 500 Capsule is also used to treat many sexually transmitted diseases. 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 of Tetramax 500 Capsule 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 with Tetramax 500 Capsule 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 liver or kidney problems before taking this medicine. You should also let your healthcare team 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 Tetramax 500 Capsule.

• Bacterial infections

• Take Tetramax 500 Capsule 1 hour before or two hours after food.
• Do not take antacids or medicines containing zinc or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Tetramax 500 Capsule.
• 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.
• Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food and drink plenty of water while taking this medicine.
• Discontinue Tetramax 500 Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
• Tetramax 500 Capsule may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Tetramax 500 Capsule affects you.
• Your doctor has prescribed Tetramax 500 Capsule to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
• It should be taken on an empty stomach.
• 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.
• It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Tetramax 500 Capsule affects you.
• 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.
• It can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Use an alternative method of contraception ( condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while taking this medication.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
• Do not take antacids or medicines containing zinc or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Tetramax 500 Capsule.
• Discontinue Tetramax 500 Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.