Ambistryn S 0.75gm Injection
Ambistryn S 0.75 G Description
Ambistryn S Injection is a class of antibiotics primarily used to treat moderate to severe tuberculosis and other respiratory infections like pneumonia and influenza. It is mainly used to treat tuber
culosis when all other primary agents don't work. It kills the bacteria by inhibiting the protein synthesis in them. Ambistryn S Injection is given through an intramuscular route. It should be taken as per the dose and duration prescribed by your physician. An entire vaccination course should be taken to avoid antibiotic resistance-related complications. This injection's most common side effects include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions, and fever. Most of the side effects are mild and don’t interfere with day-to-day life. Most side effects subside in a few days.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹9.33 |
You Save | ₹1.27 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Streptomycin(0.75 G) |
Uses | Tuberculosis |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, unusual tiredness |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
- Tuberculosis
- Tularemia (Skin, lung, and eye disease)
- Plague
- Bacterial endocarditis (Bacterial heart disease)
Contraindications of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
- The effect of Ambistryn S injection on children and the elderly is unknown. Hence, they should be administered the injection with caution and appropriate dose adjustment.
- In people having kidney disease, dose modification and monitoring are required.
- Tinnitus (abnormal ringing in ears) and sensation of fullness in ears should be assessed with the appropriate audiometric examination.
- Ambistryn S injection should be avoided in infants.
Side effects of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Swelling in the glands
- Unsteadiness
- Vomiting
- Vision problems
- Tremors
- Unusual tiredness
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You should get a baseline audiometric examination before starting the course of Ambistryn S injection.
- You have any allergic reactions to food, preservatives, or dyes you have had in the past.
- You have pre-existing kidney disease, hearing problems, and nerve problems before taking Ambistryn S injection.
- You should inform your doctor about all the medicines that you have been prescribed.
Mode of Action of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
- You should drink adequate fluids while you are taking Ambistryn S Inj.
- Ambistryn S should be administered under the supervision of a health care provider.
- Ideally, the injection is given through an intramuscular route on the buttocks.
- The injection site is changed regularly.
- Ambistryn S should be taken as per the prescription. In case a dose is missed, the doctor should be consulted immediately.
- It is mainly effective against bacteria. It shouldn’t be used to treat viral infections.
Interactions of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
Interactions with other medicines
- Amphotericin B: Might enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Ambistryn injection.
- Arbekacin: May enhance the nephrotoxic and ototoxic effects of Aminoglycosides.
- Ataluren: May enhance the adverse effect of Aminoglycosides. Specifically, an increased risk of nephrotoxicity may occur with concomitant use of ataluren and aminoglycosides.
- Bacitracin (Systemic): Ambistryn may enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Bacitracin (Systemic).
- BCG (Intravesical): Antibiotics may decrease the efficacy of BCG (Intravesical).
- Bisphosphonate Derivatives: Aminoglycosides along with Bisphosphonate can cause hypocalcemia.
- Botulinum Toxin-Containing Products: Aminoglycosides might enhance the neuromuscular-blocking effect of Botulinum Toxin-Containing Products.
- Capreomycin: Might enhance the neuromuscular-blocking effect of Aminoglycosides.
- Carboplatin: Aminoglycosides may enhance the ototoxic effect of Carboplatin. Especially with higher doses of carboplatin.
- Cefazedone: May enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Aminoglycosides.
- Cephalosporins: May enhance the nephrotoxic effect of Aminoglycosides. Monitor therapy
Interactions with food items
- There aren't any reports that suggest the interaction of food with Ambistryn S injection.
Storage and disposal of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
Dosage of Ambistryn S 0.75 G
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr Tuhina Mishra
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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