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Swich 100 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Swich 100 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Swich 100 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Swich 100 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Swich 100 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Swich 100 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Swich 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Swich 100 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Swich 100 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Swich 100 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Swich 100 Tablet 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Swich 100 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Swich 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Swich has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Swich 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Swich. If you see any side effects, stop taking Swich immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Swich again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Swich 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Swich. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Swich 100 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Swich. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Swich 100 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Swich rarely affect the heart.
Swich 100 Tablet 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 Swich 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Swich 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Swich 100 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Swich 100 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Swich 100 Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Swich 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Swich 100 Tablet
Taking Swich 100 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Swich 100 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Swich 100 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Swich can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
No, you can not buy Swich over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Swich and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Swich works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Swich is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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