Table of contents:
- Use
- What is midecamycin for?
- How is midecamycin used?
- How is midecamycin stored?
- Dose
- What is the dose of midecamycin for adults?
- What is the dose of midecamycin for children?
- In what dosage is midecamycin available?
- Side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to midecamycin?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be known before using midecamycin?
- Is midecamycin safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Interaction
- What medicines may interact with midecamycin?
- Can food or alcohol interact with midecamycin?
- What health conditions can interact with midecamycin?
- Overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
Use
What is midecamycin for?
Midecamycin (Acetate) is a drug that is often used to treat bronchitis, laryngopharyngitis, otitis media, periodontitis, pneumonia, respiratory tract infections, skin infections, abscesses under the skin, tonsillitis.
How is midecamycin used?
Take this medication, with or without food, as directed. Follow all directions on the product packaging. If you are unsure about any information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Tell your doctor if your condition doesn't get better or gets worse or if you develop new symptoms. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help as soon as possible.
How is midecamycin stored?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Dose
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of midecamycin for adults?
Oral
Susceptible infection
Adults: As acetate: 0.9-1.8 per day in 2-3 separate doses.
What is the dose of midecamycin for children?
The dosage for children has not been determined. Consult your doctor for more information.
In what dosage is midecamycin available?
Tablet, Oral: 400 mg
Capsule, Oral: 200 mg
Powder for solution, Oral: 800 mg
200 mg / 5 ml
Side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to midecamycin?
Side effects include:
- Indigestion
- Hypersensitive reaction
- Cholestatic jaundice
- CV effect
- Syndrome resembling myasthenia
Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you want to know about side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be known before using midecamycin?
Before taking Midecamycin, tell your doctor and pharmacist:
- If you are allergic to midecamycin or other drugs
- The types of prescription and over-the-counter medications you take, including vitamins
- If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking midecamycin, call your doctor
- If you previously had a liver disorder while receiving medication
Is midecamycin safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.
Interaction
What medicines may interact with midecamycin?
Drug interactions may change how medications work or increase the risk of serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / over-the-counter medicines and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change your dose without your doctor's approval.
Other drugs are known to prolong the QT interval. may reduce the effect of oral contraceptives. The concentration may be increased by cimetidine. Increase plasma concentrations of warfarin, digoxin, theophylline, carbamazepine, ciclosporin. Increase the risk of peripheral ischemia with ergotamine.
Can food or alcohol interact with midecamycin?
Certain drugs cannot be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Talk to your healthcare professional about using your medication with food, alcohol, or cigarettes.
What health conditions can interact with midecamycin?
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of the drug. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- Liver or kidney problems
- QT extension
- Porphyria
Overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Do not double up on a dose to make up for a missed dose.
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