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

Rekcin Benefits & Uses

Rekcin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Rekcin 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

Rekcin Related Warnings

Is the use of Rekcin safe for pregnant women?

Rekcin is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Rekcin safe during breastfeeding?

Rekcin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Rekcin on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Rekcin on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rekcin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Rekcin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Rekcin on the Heart?

You can take Rekcin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rekcin with Other Drugs

Rekcin 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

Rekcin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rekcin 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 Rekcin

Is this Rekcin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Rekcin.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Rekcin only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Rekcin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rekcin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rekcin

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Rekcin

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rekcin

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Rekcin be used for tooth infection?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Rekcin can be used for the treatment of tooth infection (dental abscess) but it should be used only in those patients who are allergic to penicillin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Rekcin work for acne?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Rekcin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Rekcin cause stomach pain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rekcin 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 Rekcin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rekcin 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 over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Rekcin?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Take Rekcin as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.