Direkt 250 Tablet

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Direkt 250 Tablet

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Direkt 250 Tablet Information

Direkt 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Direkt 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Direkt 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Direkt 250 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Direkt 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Direkt 250 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Direkt 250 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Direkt 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Direkt 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Drug reaction of Direkt 250 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Direkt 250 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Direkt 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Direkt 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Direkt 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
Adult
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Cervicitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Urethritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Direkt 250 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Direkt 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Direkt is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Direkt 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Direkt is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Direkt 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Direkt rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Direkt 250 Tablet on the Liver?


    Direkt has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Direkt 250 Tablet on the Heart?


    Direkt has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Direkt 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Direkt 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Direkt 250 Tablet

  • Is this Direkt 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Direkt 250 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Direkt 250 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Direkt 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?


    No, the use of Direkt 250 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Direkt 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Direkt 250 Tablet


    You can take Direkt 250 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Direkt 250 Tablet


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Direkt 250 Tablet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Direkt 250 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Can you drink alcohol while taking Direkt?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No harmful interactions are found between Direkt and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Direkt.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Direkt for sore throat?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Direkt for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Direkt on my own without doctors advice?

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

Discontinuing Direkt on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

What should I do if I'm allergic to Direkt?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

If you are allergic to Direkt then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

What does Direkt treat?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Direkt is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.



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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; Zithromax (azithromycin)

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



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