Citamycin P: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Citamycin P Benefits & Uses

Citamycin P is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Citamycin P Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Whooping Cough (Pertussis) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Stye Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Citamycin P Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citamycin P is used -

Moderate

Gastrointestinal discomfort
Fainting
Weakness
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Hearing Loss
पेट दर्द
Skin irritation

Citamycin P Related Warnings

Is the use of Citamycin P safe for pregnant women?

Citamycin P is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Citamycin P safe during breastfeeding?

Citamycin P is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Citamycin P on the Kidneys?

Using Citamycin P does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Citamycin P on the Liver?

Citamycin P has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Citamycin P on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Citamycin P for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Citamycin P with Other Drugs

Citamycin P should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Sotalol

Theophylline

Moderate

Warfarin

Carbamazepine

Paracetamol

Citamycin P Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citamycin P unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Sexually transmitted diseases
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Citamycin P

Is this Citamycin P habit forming or addictive?

Citamycin P is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Citamycin P as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Citamycin P is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Citamycin P is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Citamycin P Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citamycin P

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Citamycin P to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Citamycin P

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Citamycin P.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Citamycin P

Question about 6 years ago

What is Citamycin P?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Citamycin P is a brand name of erythromycin and it comes in the unit dosage form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called macrolides. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Citamycin P if i am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Citamycin P can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to erythromycin as well or not.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Citamycin P work?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Citamycin P is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria that results in stunted bacterial cell growth. It is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Corynebacterium diphtheriae, Bordetella pertussis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Citamycin P work for acne?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Citamycin P can be used for the treatment of acne. It works in acne by decreasing free fatty acids present in the skin surface lipids and also by reducing Propionibacterium acne counts in the skin and fights other bacteria causing agents hence helps in decreasing acne.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Citamycin P with ibuprofen?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citamycin P can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.