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Vitor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Vitor have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Vitor 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vitor as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vitor 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, Vitor's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vitor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vitor in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Vitor are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Vitor have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vitor is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vitor 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Vitor safe for pregnant women?
Vitor may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Vitor, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Vitor safe during breastfeeding?
Vitor may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Vitor, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Vitor.
What is the effect of Vitor on the Kidneys?
Vitor has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vitor on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Vitor on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Vitor on the Heart?
Vitor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Vitor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vitor habit forming or addictive?
Vitor is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Vitor as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vitor only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Vitor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vitor
Taking Vitor with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vitor
Consumption of alcohol and Vitor together may have severe effects on your health.
Vitor is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Vitor is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Yes, you can take Vitor for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
No, Vitor is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes Vitor is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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