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Camyda 150mg Capsule


Product introduction

Camyda 150mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine that fights bacteria and is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), throat, stomach, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, and teeth.

Camyda 150mg Capsule is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Camyda Capsule

Benefits of Camyda Capsule

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Camyda 150mg Capsule is a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of lungs (pneumonia), stomach, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.

This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Camyda Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Camyda

  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea

How to use Camyda Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Camyda 150mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Camyda 150mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Camyda 150mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Camyda 150mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Camyda 150mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Camyda 150mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Camyda 150mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Camyda 150mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Camyda 150mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Camyda 150mg Capsule to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before you start treatment with this antibiotic.
  • Stop taking Camyda 150mg Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Lincomycin
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Lincosamides

Patient concerns

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Vaginal itching caused by afderm tab as a treatment of fungal infection And I took camyda capsules too
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear mam please consult your treating physician as this might be the side effects of allopathic medicines
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
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FAQs

How long does Camyda 150mg Capsule take to work?

Usually, Camyda 150mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can the use of Camyda 150mg Capsule cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Camyda 150mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Camyda 150mg Capsule effective?

Camyda 150mg Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Camyda 150mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I don't get better after using Camyda 150mg Capsule?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Is Camyda 150mg Capsule safe?

Camyda 150mg Capsule is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.

Can I stop taking Camyda 150mg Capsule when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Camyda 150mg Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Is Camyda 150mg Capsule effective?

Camyda 150mg Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Camyda 150mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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Country of origin: India

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