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Description
Coral 3 % Syrup is an antibiotic which used in the treatment of infections of the skin, heart, blood, stomach, brain and spinal cord, and the urinary tract. It is also used for treating cystic fibrosis. Tobramycin may damage nerves and may cause permanent loss of hearing.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Coral 3 % Syrup
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Coral 3 % Syrup
Neuromuscular blockade
Hearing loss
Ringing or buzzing in the ears
Headache
Nosebleed
Difficulty in breathing
Hoarseness of voice
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Fever
Uses of Coral 3 % Syrup
What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial infections
Coral 3 % Syrup injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the abdomen, brain and spinal cord, heart, bones, and joints.
Cystic fibrosis
Coral 3 % Syrup is used as an injection and an intranasal agent for the treatment of cystic fibrosis. The symptoms of this disease are clubbing of fingers, breathing difficulty, poor growth, frequent chest infection, poor weight gain, and coagulation disorder in a few patients, and infertility in males.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 6 to 24 hours depending on the route of administration.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Eye drops or ear drops of this medicine may be used since they present little or no risk to the nursing infant. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to tobramycin or other aminoglycosides.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Eye drops or ear drops of this medicine may be used since they present little or no risk to the nursing infant. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Drug resistance
Use of Coral 3 % Syrup without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
Neuromuscular disorders
Coral 3 % Syrup is not recommended for use in patients with existing neuromuscular diseases like Parkinsonism or Myasthenia gravis since it may worsen the condition of the patient.
Impaired kidney function
Coral 3 % Syrup may increase the risk of kidney injury, especially when high doses are used for a prolonged period of time. Suitable dose adjustments should be made based on the creatinine clearance (CrCl).
Missed Dose
If a dose is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Colistin
Diuretics
Live cholera vaccine
Neuromuscular blockers
Disease interactions
Dehydration
Consume an adequate amount of water to prevent kidney injury and hearing problems. Fluid status should be monitored closely, especially in patients with severe diarrhea and vomiting who are receiving Coral 3 % Syrup. Frequent monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments should be made based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Strictly follow the instructions on the label and take Coral 3 % Syrup only as directed. Drink plenty of water to avoid kidney damage. Do not take more than what is prescribed or share this medication with other people. It is advised that you inform the doctor about all the medicines or herbal products that you are using and about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Coral 3 % Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which kills the bacteria by blocking the production of certain proteins that are required for their growth.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Aminoglycosides
Schedule
N/A
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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Aug 2017
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