Terramycin SF Capsule Information

Terramycin SF Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Terramycin SF Capsule have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Terramycin SF Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Terramycin SF Capsule as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Terramycin SF Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Terramycin SF Capsule has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Terramycin SF Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Terramycin SF Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Terramycin SF Capsule with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Terramycin SF 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 SF Capsule Benefits & Uses

Terramycin SF 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 SF 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 SF Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Terramycin SF 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 SF 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 SF 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 SF 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 SF Capsule on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Terramycin SF Capsule with Other Drugs

Terramycin SF 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 SF Capsule Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Terramycin SF Capsule

Is this Terramycin SF Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Terramycin SF Capsule is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

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

No

Terramycin SF Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Terramycin SF Capsule

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Terramycin SF Capsule

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

Unknown