Terramycin 500mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Terramycin 500 MG Description
Terramycin 500mg capsules is an antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in respiratory tract infections, urinary tract, eyes, skin infections, etc. Terramycin 500mg capsules work by inhibiting cell growth by interfering with bacterial protein synthesis. Take this medicine as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. It is recommended to consult the doctor before using this medicine in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Before starting Terramycin 500mg capsules, inform your doctor about your medical condition and any medicines, herbs or supplements that you take.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹129.11 |
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Contains | Oxytetracycline(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, sleepiness |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Terramycin 500 MG
Contraindications of Terramycin 500 MG
- If you are allergic to oxytetracycline or any other ingredient of Terramycin 500mg capsule.
- If you have Porphyria, a blood-related disease, or receiving vitamin A and retinoid therapy.
Side effects of Terramycin 500 MG
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Sleepiness
Precautions and Warnings of Terramycin 500 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any kidney or liver disease.
- You have Porphyria, a blood-related disease.
- You are galactose intolerant.
- You are receiving vitamin A an retinoid therapy.
- You are taking antacids containing aluminum, calcium, iron, magnesium, or zinc.
- You are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- You are suffering from Systemic Lupus Erythematosus an immunological disorder affecting connective tissue and vessels of the skin, nervous system, heart, lungs, kidneys, joints, and other organs.
- You are a child or an elderly person.
Directions for Use of Terramycin 500 MG
- Take Terramycin 500 exactly as recommended by your doctor.
- It should be taken on an empty stomach.
- Take it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
- Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
Storage and disposal of Terramycin 500 MG
- Store Terramycin 500mg Capsule t in a cool and dry place below 25°C.
- Keep away from children and pets.
Dosage of Terramycin 500 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you have missed taking any dose of Terramycin 500mg Capsule, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
- Do not consume a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Mode of Action of Terramycin 500 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Terramycin 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can affect the way how Terramycin 500mg capsules works or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Always inform your doctor about any other medicines, herbs, or supplements that you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Care should be taken if you are taking Terramycin 500mg along with antacids containing aluminium, calcium, iron, magnesium, or zinc.
- Care should be taken if you are taking medicines for diabetes.
- This medicine along with penicillin and diuretics may interfere with their effect.
- Terramycin 500mg capsule may affect the action of some anticoagulants.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Terramycin 500mg capsule used for?
Q: Can I stop Terramycin 500mg capsule on my own?
- No, you should never stop taking Terramycin 500mg capsule on your own, before the prescribed duration, even if you start feeling better.
- Take this medicine as directed by the doctor of the duration as prescribed.
- Stopping this medicine before the prescribed duration can cause a reoccurrence of infection and treatment failure.
Q: When to take Terramycin 500mg capsule?
Q: How long should I take Terramycin 500mg capsule?
- You should take Terramycin 500mg capsule for as long as the doctor has prescribed it to you.
- The dose and duration of this medicine is normally adjusted by the doctor depending on your condition.
- You should not consume more than the recommended daily dose.
- Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.
Q: Can Terramycin 500mg capsule be used in children?
References
- Oxytetracycline tablets B.P. 250 mg - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 3 November 2022]
- Oxytetracycline [Internet]. Astemizole: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution | MIMS Malaysia. 2022 [cited 3 November 2022]
- Oxytetracycline [Internet]. Uses, Interactions, Mechanism of Action | DrugBank Online. 2022 [cited 3 November 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 3 November 2022]
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