Althrox Tablet

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Althrox Information

Althrox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Althrox have also been explained below.

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

Some other side effects of Althrox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Althrox 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.

It is also important to note that Althrox has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Althrox related warnings talks about Althrox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Althrox are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Althrox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Althrox is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Althrox Benefits & Uses

Althrox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Althrox 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

Althrox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Althrox safe for pregnant women?


    Althrox is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Althrox safe during breastfeeding?


    Althrox is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Althrox on the Kidneys?


    Using Althrox does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Althrox on the Liver?


    Althrox is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Althrox on the Heart?


    Althrox is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Althrox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Althrox Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Althrox

  • Is this Althrox habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Althrox has not been reported.

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


    Althrox does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Althrox only as per medical advice.

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


    Althrox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Althrox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Althrox


    Taking Althrox with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Althrox


    Information about the interaction of Althrox and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Althrox

Question over 5 years ago

Does Althrox cause stomach pain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrox 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Althrox?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Althrox 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 Althrox with ibuprofen?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrox 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Althrox an antibiotic?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrox 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Althrox with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Althrox can be taken with paracetamol. 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pce (erythromycin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 752-754

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