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Armycetin is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Armycetin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Armycetin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Armycetin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Armycetin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Armycetin is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Armycetin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Armycetin related warnings section.
Armycetin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Armycetin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Armycetin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Armycetin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Armycetin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Armycetin is used -
Mild
Is the use of Armycetin safe for pregnant women?
Armycetin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Armycetin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Armycetin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Armycetin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Armycetin on the Kidneys?
Armycetin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Armycetin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Armycetin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Armycetin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Armycetin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Armycetin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Armycetin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Armycetin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Armycetin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Armycetin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Armycetin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Armycetin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Armycetin
Taking Armycetin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Armycetin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Armycetin.
Yes, Armycetin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuing Armycetin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Armycetin does not cover Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Armycetin.
Yes, Armycetin is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Yes, Armycetin can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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