Streptomycin
Streptomycin Products are primarily used for
Tuberculosis (TB)
About Streptomycin Products
Streptomycin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Streptomycin are Vomiting, Nausea, Vertigo, Fever, Facial paresthesia, Rash, Urticaria, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils).
How Streptomycin Products work
Streptomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Patient Concerns about Streptomycin Products
Frequently asked questions about Streptomycin Products
Frequently asked questions about Streptomycin
Q. What should I know before starting treatment with Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection?
Before starting treatment with Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection, audiometry test and kidney function tests must be done. These tests are required to check the present condition of ears and kidneys as Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection can affect their functioning. Therefore, patients with known kidney disease are treated with Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved. Regular monitoring of kidney function is also recommended throughout the treatment with Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. How is Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection administered?
Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection should be administered into a muscle (intramuscularly) under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on your condition and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Streptomycin 0.75gm Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform the doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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