PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml

PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml works by stopping the growth of the bacteria by interfering with the bacterial protein synthesis.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml

• Fever or chills severe
• Lower back pain severe
• Abdominal pain severe
• Nausea or Vomiting severe
• Diarrhea severe
• Skin Rash severe
• Acid or sour stomach
• Excessive air or gas in stomach
• Headache
• Heartburn

Uses of PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml

What is it prescribed for?

• Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophillus influenzae and some fungal infections.

• Bronchitis

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Bronchitis which is an inflammation in lungs caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

• Pneumonia

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Pneumonia which is a common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Helicobacter pylori Infection

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of the infection of the stomach characterized by ulcers. It is caused by helicobacter pylori bacteria.

• Skin and Structure Infection

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used to treat skin and structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

When not to use?

• Impaired liver function

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is not recommended in the patients with the history of liver injury. Any signs and symptoms of liver injury like elevated liver enzymes and yellow colored eyes and skin should be reported to the doctor. Discontinue the medicine if the symptoms persist.

• QT prolongation

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml should be used with caution in the patients receiving QT prolongation medications as it can increase the risk of arrhythmia. Frequent monitoring of heart function is necessary and an alternate medicine should be considered.

• Drug-resistance

  Usage of PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.

• Allergy

  Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known allergy to PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml or other macrolides. Seek immediate medical attention if the patient experiences any allergic symptoms like rashes, itching, nausea, vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.

• Impaired kidney function

  PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml should be used with caution in the patients with kidney injury. Half of the recommended dose should be administered if the CrCl is less than 30 ml/min.

Take PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml with or without food. The long-acting tablet should be taken with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking PATHOCIN 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml before completion of course.

• Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

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