Spiramycin Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Spiramycin, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Spiramycin brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Spiramycin Pronunciation : spir-a-MYE-sin ICD Code : Y40 Therapeutic Classification : AntibioticsBrand Names or Trade Names of Spiramycin
India :
Rovamycin RTU |
Rovamycin-RTU (0.375MIU/5mL) |
Toxocare |
Rovamycin Forte |
Macromycin (3MIU) |
Zyramycin |
Rovamycin Forte (3MIU) |
Rovamycin
International :
Rovamycin Forte Usamycin
Why is Spiramycin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for different types of infection.When should Spiramycin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Spiramycin?
Adult- Oral: The recommended dose is 1 to 2 grams two times per day or 500mg to 1gm three times per day.Child: Dose is based on body weight. The recommended dose is 25mg/kg, two times per day.
How should Spiramycin be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Spiramycin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of abnormal heart rhythm or other heart diseases, liver impairment, any allergy, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Monitor liver function regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Spiramycin?
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea.Skin- Hives, itching and rashes.
