Terramycin 500 Capsule Information

Terramycin 500 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Terramycin 500 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Terramycin 500 Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Terramycin 500 Capsule have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Terramycin 500 Capsule 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.

It is also important to note that Terramycin 500 Capsule has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Terramycin 500 Capsule related warnings talks about Terramycin 500 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Terramycin 500 Capsule contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Terramycin 500 Capsule with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Terramycin 500 Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Terramycin 500 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Terramycin 500 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Syphilis
Brucellosis
Eye Infections
Rickettsial Infection
Psittacosis

Terramycin 500 Capsule 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: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage range: 250 - 500 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage range: 250 - 500 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage range: 250 - 500 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dose for children 8 years and older

Terramycin 500 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Terramycin 500 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Terramycin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Terramycin 500 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Terramycin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Terramycin 500 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Effects of Terramycin on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Terramycin 500 Capsule on the Liver?

Use of Terramycin may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Terramycin 500 Capsule on the Heart?

Using Terramycin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Terramycin 500 Capsule with Other Drugs

Terramycin 500 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acitretin

Moderate

Digoxin

Lithium

Amoxicillin

Theophylline

Terramycin 500 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Terramycin 500 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Terramycin 500 Capsule

Is this Terramycin 500 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Terramycin 500 Capsule is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Terramycin 500 Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Terramycin 500 Capsule only as per medical advice.

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

No, Terramycin 500 Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Terramycin 500 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Terramycin 500 Capsule

Some foods when eaten with Terramycin 500 Capsule can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Terramycin 500 Capsule

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Terramycin 500 Capsule with alcohol.

Unknown