C-Mycin 300 Capsule
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Product introduction
C-Mycin 300 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.
C-Mycin 300 Capsule works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is best taken with food, take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems, if you have any problems with your bowels (intestines) or if you have ever had bloody diarrhea caused by taking antibiotics. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of C-Mycin Capsule
Benefits of C-Mycin Capsule
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
C-Mycin 300 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.
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 C-Mycin 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 C-Mycin
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
How to use C-Mycin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. C-Mycin 300 Capsule is to be taken with food.
How C-Mycin Capsule works
C-Mycin 300 Capsule is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with C-Mycin 300 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
C-Mycin 300 Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
C-Mycin 300 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
C-Mycin 300 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
C-Mycin 300 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of C-Mycin 300 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
C-Mycin 300 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of C-Mycin 300 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take C-Mycin Capsule?
If you miss a dose of C-Mycin 300 Capsule, 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.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 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
Interaction with drugs
Taking C-Mycin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Clindamycin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Clindamycin. If Purified Vi Polys
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Clindamycin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Clindamyci
Apalutamide may fasten the elimination of Clindamycin.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Enzalutamide may fasten the elimination of Clindamycin.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
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FAQs
How long does C-Mycin 300 Capsule take to work?
Usually, C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 Capsule effective?
C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I don't get better after using C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 Capsule safe?
C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 Capsule when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking C-Mycin 300 Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Is C-Mycin 300 Capsule effective?
C-Mycin 300 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 C-Mycin 300 Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver C-Mycin 300 Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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