Streptomac 1gm Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Streptomycin (1gm) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Aminoglycosides |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Aminoglycosides |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 458 |
FAQ
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Streptomac 1gm should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Streptomac 1gm 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.
What if I don't get better after using Streptomac 1gm?
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.
What should I know before starting treatment with Streptomac 1gm?
Before starting treatment with Streptomac 1gm, audiometry test and kidney function tests must be done. These tests are required to check the present condition of ears and kidneys as Streptomac 1gm can affect their functioning. Therefore, patients with known kidney disease are treated with Streptomac 1gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved. Regular monitoring of kidney function is also recommended throughout the treatment with Streptomac 1gm. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
How is Streptomac 1gm administered?
Streptomac 1gm 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 Streptomac 1gm.
What if you forget to take Streptomac Injection?
If you miss a dose of Streptomac 1gm, please consult your doctor.
Streptomac 1gm Injection Reviews
Streptomac 1gm is an antibiotic used in the treatment of tuberculosis, in combination with other medicines. It works by stopping the growth of tubercular bacteria. Rarely, it may also be used to treat some other types of infections.
Streptomac 1gm is given as an injection directly into a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly 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.
This medicine may cause a skin rash, vomiting, fever, and vertigo as side effects. Therefore, please follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if any of the side effects bother you.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as this medicine may cause dizziness. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Streptomac 1gm is given as an injection directly into a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly 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.
This medicine may cause a skin rash, vomiting, fever, and vertigo as side effects. Therefore, please follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if any of the side effects bother you.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as this medicine may cause dizziness. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
How Streptomac 1gm Injection Works
Streptomac 1gm is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
How to Use Streptomac 1gm Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Streptomac 1gm Injection
- In Tuberculosis (TB): Streptomac 1gm is an antibiotic medicine that is used in combination with few other medicines to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Uses of Streptomac 1gm Injection
- Tuberculosis (TB)
Streptomac 1gm Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Streptomac 1gm is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Streptomac 1gm may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Streptomac 1gm 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Streptomac 1gm may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Streptomac 1gm 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.
Kidney
CAUTION
Streptomac 1gm should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Streptomac 1gm may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Streptomac 1gm does not cause any harmful side effects.
Quick Tips
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Streptomac 1gm may cause dizziness.
- Streptomac 1gm is used for the treatment of tuberculosis, in combination with other medicines.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, and hearing tests while you are on this medication.
- 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.
- Discontinue Streptomac 1gm and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
References
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1284-85.
- MacDougall C, Chambers HF. Aminoglycosides. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1517.
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