Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat a parasitic infection known as Toxoplasmosis in pregnant women. It helps to lower the risk of transmission of toxoplasma infection from the mother to the unborn child. Rarely, it may also be used to treat some other infections.
Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet should be taken orally on an empty stomach. 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.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests (LFT’s) may be required while using this medicine. This medicine is safe to use during pregnancy. However, it will not affect the severity of the disease if the unborn child has already been infected. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy before taking this medicine.
Uses of Spiramycin Tablet
Benefits of Spiramycin Tablet
In Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy
Toxoplasmosis or Toxoplasma infection is an infection that can cause complications such as miscarriage, stillbriths and damage to baby’s brain and other organs articularly the eyes, at birth or early childhood or even as adults. Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet helps in preventing this infection in the unborn baby from their mother, and also decreases the progression as well as worsening of the symptoms, such as eye disorders, in already infected babies. Earlier diagnosis of the infection can help in preventing it efficiently during pregnancy. Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Spiramycin Tablet
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 Spiramycin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Spiramycin Tablet
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. Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Spiramycin Tablet works
Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet 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
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Spiramycin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Spiramycin 1.5mg 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet to lower the risk of transmission of toxoplasma infection to your unborn child.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It is safe to use in the first trimester of pregnancy.
- 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 doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet
Twice A Day
67%
Once A Day
27%
Thrice A Day
7%
What are you using Spiramycin Tablet for?
Toxoplasmosis*
57%
Others
29%
Bacterial inf*
14%
*Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy, Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
89%
Average
11%
What were the side-effects while using Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet?
Vomiting
20%
Nausea
20%
Abdominal pai*
20%
Diarrhea
20%
Allergy
20%
*Abdominal pain
How do you take Spiramycin Tablet?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet on price
Expensive
100%
FAQs
Q. Can the use of Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Spiramycin 1.5mg 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 Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Spiramycin 1.5mg 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 Spiramycin 1.5mg 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 Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Spiramycin 1.5mg 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 Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Spiramycin 1.5mg Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.
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