Octomycin 500 Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Octomycin 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.
Octomycin 500 Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Octomycin 500 Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Octomycin 500 Tablet in children
Benefits of Octomycin 500 Tablet for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Octomycin 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Octomycin 500 Tablet in children
Octomycin 500 Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Octomycin
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
How can I give Octomycin 500 Tablet to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Octomycin 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Octomycin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Octomycin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Octomycin 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Octomycin 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- 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 1 hour before or two hours after food.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Octomycin 500 Tablet.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Stop taking Octomycin 500 Tablet 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
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Octomycin 500 Tablet safe?
Octomycin 500 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. What if I don't get better?
You should inform your doctor if you do not notice any improvement in your symptoms after 3 days of taking Octomycin 500 Tablet. Also, if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Can the use of Octomycin 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Octomycin 500 Tablet 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.
Q. Can Octomycin 500 Tablet be taken at night?
Octomycin 500 Tablet is usually prescribed once daily. You can take it at any time of the day, but remember to take it at the same time each day. The medicine should be taken 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after eating food. You can take the tablet preparation with or without food. However, you must take Octomycin 500 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor and ask your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. How long does it take Octomycin 500 Tablet to work?
Octomycin 500 Tablet starts working within a few hours of taking it. You may notice an improvement in symptoms after a few days. Do not stop taking the medicine without completing the course mentioned by your doctor. Stopping the medicine without consulting your doctor may cause the infection to come back which may be more difficult to treat.
Q. Why is Octomycin 500 Tablet given for 3 days?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection being treated and the age of the patient. Octomycin 500 Tablet is not necessarily given for 3 days. In most bacterial infections, a single dose of 500 mg is given for 3 days. Alternatively, it can be given as 500 mg once on day 1 and then 250 mg once from day 2 to day 5. In some cases of infection such as genital ulcer disease, it is given as a single 1 gram dose. Therefore, you must stick to the regime advised by your doctor.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Octomycin 500 Tablet?
Generally, it is recommended that patients taking Octomycin 500 Tablet should avoid taking any antacid with this medicine as this can affect the overall effectiveness of Octomycin 500 Tablet. It is also recommended to avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds as Octomycin 500 Tablet increases the risk of sunburn.
Q. Is Octomycin 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?
Octomycin 500 Tablet is an effective antibiotic that is used for the treatment of many bacterial infections. Compared to other antibiotics, Octomycin 500 Tablet has a longer half-life which means that it stays in the body for a long time because of which it is given once a day and for a short span of time. Other antibiotics comparatively have a shorter half-life and are usually given twice, thrice, or four times a day.
Q. Can you get a yeast infection from taking Octomycin 500 Tablet?
Some people may get a fungal or yeast infection known as thrush after taking Octomycin 500 Tablet. Antibiotics such as Octomycin 500 Tablet can kill the normal or ‘good bacteria’ of your intestine responsible for preventing thrush. You should inform your doctor if you get a sore or vaginal itching or discharge. Also, inform your doctor if you get a white patch in the mouth or tongue after taking Octomycin 500 Tablet or soon after stopping it.
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