CAPREOMYCIN

Overview

CAPREOMYCIN is a Schedule H drug.
Capreomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is used for the treatment of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Usage

CAPREOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Mycobacterium Avium Complex
CAPREOMYCIN can address symptoms like: Hands Rash

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IM (Intra-Mascular)

Precautions

Precautions should be exercised in patients with kidney impairment dehydration.
Hearing evaluations should be conducted  at the start of and at regular intervals during treatment.
It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Dont drive while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CAPREOMYCIN over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Ringing In Ears

Common Side-Effects

CAPREOMYCIN : Depression, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chills, Cough, Fever, Loss Of Appetite

Serious Side-Effects

CAPREOMYCIN : Eosinophilia, Skin Rash, Gums Bleeding, Red Or Black Spots On Fingernails

Rare Side-Effects

CAPREOMYCIN : Hypokalemia, Hypocalcemia, Bartter Syndrome, Classic Form, Skin Irritation

Disease Interactions

CAPREOMYCIN can interfere with: Cirrhosis

Technical Classification

CAPREOMYCIN is categorized as: AMINOGLYCOSIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CAPREOMYCIN as Ingredient

CAPREO 500MG INJ	CAPREOMYCIN 500.0 MG
CAPREOTEC 1GM INJ	CAPREOMYCIN 1.0 GM
KAPOCIN 750MG INJ	CAPREOMYCIN 750.0 MG