Laramycin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Laramycin Information

Laramycin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Laramycin have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Laramycin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Laramycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Laramycin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Laramycin is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Laramycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Laramycin related warnings section.

Laramycin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Laramycin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Laramycin Benefits & Uses

Laramycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Laramycin 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Laramycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Laramycin safe for pregnant women?

Laramycin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Laramycin safe during breastfeeding?

Laramycin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Laramycin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Laramycin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Laramycin on the Liver?

Laramycin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Laramycin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Laramycin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Laramycin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Laramycin Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Laramycin

Is this Laramycin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Laramycin has not been reported.

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

After taking Laramycin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Laramycin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Laramycin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Laramycin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Laramycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Laramycin

It is safe to take Laramycin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Laramycin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Laramycin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Laramycin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Laramycin contain steroids?

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

No, Laramycin does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Laramycin cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Laramycin covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Laramycin safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Laramycin is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by the doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as pain at the site of injection, joint pain, and unusual tiredness. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Laramycin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Laramycin should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the organism that causes the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Laramycin cause hearing loss?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Laramycin may cause hearing loss (deafness) in some cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing hearing loss after this drug, then you are advised to consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.