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Sitrotax is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Sitrotax has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Sitrotax 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sitrotax as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sitrotax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Sitrotax's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sitrotax has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sitrotax related warnings section.
Sitrotax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sitrotax contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Sitrotax with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Sitrotax, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Sitrotax 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sitrotax is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Sitrotax safe for pregnant women?
Sitrotax is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Sitrotax safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Sitrotax as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Sitrotax on the Kidneys?
Sitrotax rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sitrotax on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sitrotax on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sitrotax on the Heart?
Sitrotax is completely safe for the heart.
Sitrotax 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 Sitrotax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sitrotax habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sitrotax is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sitrotax as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Sitrotax only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sitrotax in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sitrotax
Taking Sitrotax with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sitrotax
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sitrotax with alcohol.
Avoid taking Sitrotax with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Occasionally Sitrotax can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Rarely Sitrotax can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
Sitrotax works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Sitrotax can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience