TELITHROMYCIN

Overview

TELITHROMYCIN is a Schedule H drug.
This medication is a ketolide antibiotic, prescribed for bacterial infections. It works by killing the bacteria.This medication is a ketolide antibiotic used to treat a type of pneumonia caused by bacteria. It will not work for viral infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Usage

TELITHROMYCIN is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Bacterial Pneumonia
TELITHROMYCIN can address symptoms like: Cough, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Chest Pain, Chills, Fever

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

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: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use Telithromycin,if you are allergic to it.
  • Do not use longer than you have been told. A second infection may happen.
  • Use telithromycin as ordered by your doctor.Swallow tablet whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
  • If you also take theophylline, take it at least 1 hour before or after telithromycin.
  • Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or vision problems, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking other medications.
  • Do not take telithromycin if you have myasthenia gravis.
  • Telithromycin may cause live bacterial vaccines to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TELITHROMYCIN over-dosage can result in: Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

TELITHROMYCIN : Indigestion, Heartburn, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Head Headache, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Loose Motion, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Belching, Frightening Dreams, Vagina Discharge Or Mucus, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Chest Burn, Decreased Smell, Frequent Urination, Loss Of Appetite, Lightheadedness, Increased Passing Gas, Spinning Sensation, Throat Soreness, Abdomen Pain, Runny Nose, Face Swelling, Abdomen Tenderness To Touch

Serious Side-Effects

TELITHROMYCIN : Vision Problems, Blood Pressure, Low, Abdomen Painful Bowel Movements, Hallucinations, Legs Shaking, Hands Shaking, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Loss Of Appetite, Right Side Abdomen Pain, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered)

Rare Side-Effects

TELITHROMYCIN : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Skin Rash, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Confusion, Decreased Urination, Difficulty Swallowing, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Drooping Eyelid, Difficulty Talking, Dry Mouth, Joint Pain, Mood Swings, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Eyes Eye Irritation, Nervousness, Eyes Redness, Shortness Of Breath, Body Excessive Sweating, Wheezing, Right Side Upper Abdomen Pain

Disease Interactions

TELITHROMYCIN can interfere with: Autoimmune Hepatitis, Acute Liver Failure, Alcoholism, Myasthenia Gravis, Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Magnesium Deficiency, Colitis, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

TELITHROMYCIN is categorized as: KETOLIDES / MACROLIDE DERIVATIVES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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