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Medisoft is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lotion, Cream, Soap. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Medisoft has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Medisoft depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Medisoft can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Medisoft normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Medisoft has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Medisoft's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Medisoft related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Medisoft contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Medisoft with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Medisoft is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Medisoft is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Medisoft safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Medisoft safely.
Is the use of Medisoft safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Medisoft.
What is the effect of Medisoft on the Kidneys?
Medisoft does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medisoft on the Liver?
Side effects of Medisoft rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Medisoft on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Medisoft for the heart.
Medisoft should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medisoft unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medisoft habit forming or addictive?
Medisoft does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Medisoft as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Medisoft only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Medisoft is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medisoft
When consumed with certain foods, Medisoft may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medisoft
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Medisoft and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Medisoft 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.
Medisoft 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.
Discontinuing Medisoft on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes Medisoft can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhea. If you have severe diarrhea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to reduce stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.
Yes, Medisoft 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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