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Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup
Manufactured byStandard Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsErythromycin
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Description
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is a macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, skin, bones, stomach, and intestine. This medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses.
Common side effects of Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup are diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, changes in sense of taste, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Use it cautiously in individuals with liver problems.
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are caused by bacteria. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. You can take this syrup with or without food. For the ease of remembering, take this syrup around the same time every day.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup
Erythrokem 125 MG Syrup
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Erythromark 125 MG Syrup
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Erythromycin 125 MG Syrup
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup
Skin blistering
Chills
Diarrhoea
Fast heartbeat
Skin rash
Muscle or joint pain
Chest tightness
Stomach pain
Loss of appetite
Weight loss
Dizziness
Difficulty in breathing
Swelling of the face, lips or throat
Headache
Nausea and Vomiting
Dark urine
Uses of Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup
What is it prescribed for?
Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Acute otitis media
Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria. Applying a warm, moist washcloth over the infected ear can also help to reduce the swelling of the middle ear along with this medicine.
Bronchitis
Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that regulates air passage in the lungs. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat bronchitis caused by bacteria.
Pertussis
Pertussis or whooping cough is a respiratory infection caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria characterized by severe uncontrollable coughing. It can easily spread from person to person and affects people of any age. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat pertussis.
Prophylaxis for Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a serious illness that can develop as a complication of strep throat or scarlet fever. It mainly affects the heart, joints, skin, brain or spinal cord. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used for the prevention of rheumatic fever in patients with streptococcal infections.
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. If it is the infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, then it would be called pharyngotonsillitis. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis. Erythromycin syrup for tonsillitis is found to be very effective especially in children.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.
Stomach and intestinal infections
Bacterial gastrointestinal infections are stomach and intestinal infections caused by bacteria. Gastroenteritis is a common bacterial infection that affects the stomach and intestines. Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is used to treat bacterial gastroenteritis.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after taking erythromycin syrup. But finish your entire course of treatment, even if the condition gets better.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration of action for erythromycin syrup is not clinically determined.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 for Stanmycin 125 MG SyrupCan this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. However, in early pregnancy, it can increase the risk of major birth defects and therefore should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid taking Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Liver impairment
Do not use Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup in patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice (a condition of reduced bile flow from the liver to the small intestine) or impaired liver function associated with prior use of this medicine.
Statins
The combined use of Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup and statins (cholesterol medicines) such as atorvastatin, simvastatin, etc., cause serious side effects on muscles such as pain, tenderness, or weakness.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. However, in early pregnancy, it can increase the risk of major birth defects and therefore should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
Breast-feeding
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk in very low levels. Hence it is acceptable for use in nursing mothers upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
Antibiotic resistance
Finish your entire course of treatment with Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.
Diarrhoea
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.
Allergy
Avoid taking Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup if you have a known allergy to it or other macrolides. Seek immediate medical attention if the patient experiences any allergic symptoms like rashes, itching, nausea, vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup. And if a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.
Overdose
Seek medical emergency in case of an Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup 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
Clonazepam
Amiodarone
Pimozide
Ethinyl Estradiol
Alprazolam
Verapamil
Clobazam
Atorvastatin
Ceritinib
Ketoconazole
Disease interactions
Impaired liver function
Patients with liver diseases need special consideration while taking Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup due to the risk of liver damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.
QT Prolongation
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup may cause heart rhythm problem called prolonged QT intervals (an electrical heartbeat disturbance) in some patients who are taking heart medications. It may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats.
Myasthenia Gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a skeletal muscle weakness condition characterized by severe weakness of any of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. Use Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup with extreme caution in patients with myasthenia gravis since it may get worsen.
Food interactions
Take Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after meals because food may alter the desired effect of the medicine. Taking grapefruit juice during treatment with Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup is not advised.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup with or without food. Your doctor will determine an appropriate erythromycin dose for you. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Erythromycin syrup for babies is decided based on age and bodyweight. For the ease of remembering, take this syrup around the same time every day. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Stanmycin 125 MG Syrup works by stopping the bacterial protein synthesis that is essential for its growth. Thus it kills or stops the growth of bacteria.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Macrolides, Antibiotics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Feb 2021
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