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Parabact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Amebiasis, Bacterial Infections, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Parabact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Parabact is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Parabact include Dry Mouth, Headache, Fatigue. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Parabact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Parabact are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Parabact is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Parabact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Parabact related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Parabact contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Parabact have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Parabact, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Parabact 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Parabact is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Parabact safe for pregnant women?
Parabact can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Parabact right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Parabact safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Parabact. If you see any side effects, stop taking Parabact immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Parabact again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Parabact on the Kidneys?
Parabact rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Parabact on the Liver?
Parabact may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Parabact on the Heart?
Parabact may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Parabact 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 Parabact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Parabact habit forming or addictive?
Parabact is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Parabact can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Parabact only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Parabact is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Parabact
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Parabact, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Parabact
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Parabact as it can have severe side effects.
Do not take Parabact along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Parabact with calcium-rich foods.
Parabact can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Parabact for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Parabact. Please consult your doctor before taking Parabact for the above-mentioned infection.
Yes, Parabact is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
It is recommended to avoid taking Parabact with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience