Althrocin 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Althrocin 250 Tablet Information

Althrocin 250 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Althrocin 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Althrocin 250 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Althrocin 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Althrocin 250 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Althrocin 250 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Althrocin 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Althrocin 250 Tablet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Althrocin 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Althrocin 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Althrocin 250 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Althrocin Benefits & Uses
Althrocin Dosage & How to Take
Althrocin Side Effects
Althrocin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Althrocin with Other Drugs
Althrocin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Althrocin
Althrocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Althrocin 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Althrocin 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Althrocin 250 Tablet 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

Althrocin 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Althrocin safely.

Safe
Is the use of Althrocin 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Althrocin.

Safe
What is the effect of Althrocin 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Althrocin on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Althrocin 250 Tablet on the Liver?

Althrocin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Althrocin 250 Tablet on the Heart?

Using Althrocin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Althrocin 250 Tablet with Other Drugs

Althrocin 250 Tablet 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

Althrocin 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Althrocin 250 Tablet 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 Althrocin 250 Tablet

Is this Althrocin 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Althrocin 250 Tablet 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 Althrocin 250 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Althrocin 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Althrocin 250 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Althrocin 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Althrocin 250 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Althrocin 250 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Althrocin 250 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Althrocin 250 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Althrocin 250 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Althrocin cause stomach pain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrocin causes stomach pain, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience stomach pain after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller. Even if the pain does not subside or becomes more severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Althrocin cause headache?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrocin can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Althrocin work?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Althrocin 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Althrocin an antibiotic?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrocin is an antibiotic. It contains erythromycin (a broad spectrum antibiotic) which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Althrocin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Althrocin is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.