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Octomycin
Octomycin Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Octomycin Products
Uses of Octomycin Products
Azithromycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used in bacterial infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
Octomycin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Octomycin are Nausea, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea.
How Octomycin Products work
Azithromycin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Patient Concerns about Octomycin Products
Frequently asked questions about Octomycin Products
Frequently asked questions about Azithromycin
Q. Is Octomycin 500 Tablet safe?
Octomycin 500 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. What if I don't get better?
You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Octomycin 500 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Can the use of Octomycin 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Octomycin 500 Tablet 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 you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can Octomycin 500 Tablet be taken at night?
Octomycin 500 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Octomycin 500 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. How long does it take Octomycin 500 Tablet to work?
Octomycin 500 Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.
Q. Why is Octomycin 500 Tablet given for 3 days?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Octomycin 500 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Octomycin 500 Tablet?
Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Octomycin 500 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Octomycin 500 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Octomycin 500 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.
Q. Is Octomycin 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?
Octomycin 500 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Octomycin 500 Tablet has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.
Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Octomycin 500 Tablet?
Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Octomycin 500 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Octomycin 500 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Octomycin 500 Tablet or soon after stopping it.
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