Citamycin P Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Veritaz Healthcare Ltd

Salt Composition : Erythromycin

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

₹19.18

Strip of 10 Tablet

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Citamycin P Tablet is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It is best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Erythromycin acts by inhibition of protein synthesis by binding to the 23S ribosomal RNA molecule in the 50S subunit of ribosomes in susceptible bacterial organisms.

Pharmacokinets

Erythromycin is easily inactivated by gastric acid; therefore, all orally administered formulations are given as either enteric-coated or more-stable salts or esters, such as erythromycin ethylsuccinate. Erythromycin is very rapidly absorbed, and diffuses into most tissues and phagocytes.


Side Effects

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 Citamycin P

Vomiting

Nausea

Abdominal pain

Diarrhea

Contra Indications

diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.

myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder.

hearing loss.

torsades de pointes, a type of abnormal heart rhythm.

prolonged QT interval on EKG.

abnormal EKG with QT changes from birth.

liver problems.


Pregnancy Related Information

Citamycin P Tablet 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.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Citamycin P Tablet.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Citamycin P Tablet 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.


Indications

This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, diphtheria, legionnaires' disease, pertussis etc. It slows or stops bacterial cell growth

Interactions

Several reports and controlled studies have shown that erythromycin may interact with theophylline, carbamazepine, cyclosporin, tacrolimus, warfarin, digoxin, terfenadine, astemazole, cisapride, lovastatin, triazolam, and disopyramide

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Citamycin P Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.


Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Citamycin P Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed Citamycin P Tablet to cure your infection and improve your 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 1 hour before or two hours after food.

Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Citamycin P 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 Citamycin P 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.

How To Use

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. Citamycin P Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.


FAQs

Q. Can the use of Citamycin P Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Citamycin P 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. How long does Citamycin P Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Citamycin P Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Citamycin P Tablet?

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.

Q. Can I stop taking Citamycin P Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

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

Q. Can the use of Citamycin P Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Citamycin P Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.