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Spectinomycin
Latest prescription information about Spectinomycin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Spectinomycin
Pronunciation : speck TIH no my sin
Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics
ICD Code : Y40.5
Trade Name(s): India- Myspec, Spectin, Trobicin. International- Trobicin. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an aminocyclitol antibiotic, prescribed for gonorrhea. It fights bacteria in the body. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Adult: IM – The recommended dose is 2 gm as single dose. How it should be taken : It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection. * It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Dizziness, nausea, hives, chills, fever, headache, sleeplessness, mild to moderate pain after injection. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (20° to 25°C). |
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