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Spiracin1.5MIU

Rx
Generic:
Spiramycine
Dosage form:
Tablet
Pack size:
Tablet

৳ 1/unit

Pack: ৳ 1

At a glance

Spiramycine — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Spiramycine is an antibiotic used to treat a parasitic infection known as Toxoplasmosis in pregnant women. It helps to lower the risk of transmission of toxoplasma infection from the mother to the unborn child. Rarely, it may also be used to treat some other infections. Spiramycine should be taken orally on an empty stomach. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Regular monitoring of liver function tests (LFT's) may be required while using this medicine. This medicine is safe to use during pregnancy. However, it will not affect the severity of the disease if the unborn child has already been infected. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy before taking this medicine. Spiramycine is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Indications

• Toxoplasmosis during pregnancy

Mechanism of action

Spiramycin is a macrolide antibacterial that inhibits protein synthesis by irreversibly binding to the 50S subunit of the ribosomal subunit thus blocking the transpeptidation or translocation reactions of susceptible organisms resulting in stunted cell growth

Dosage

Adult Dose: Oral Toxoplasmosis; Protozoal infections; Cryptosporidiosis; Susceptible infections Adult: 6-9 million units/day in 2-3 divided doses, increased to 15 million units/day, given in divided doses for severe infections. Child Dose: Oral Child and Neonates: Chemoprophylaxis of congenital toxoplasmosis: 50 mg/kg bid.

Administration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Spiramycine is to be taken empty stomach.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of Spiramycine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Side effects

Common: • Nausea • Vomiting • Abdominal pain • Diarrhea • Allergy

Precautions & warnings

[SAFE] Spiramycine does not usually affect your ability to drive. Your doctor has prescribed Spiramycine to lower the risk of transmission of toxoplasma infection to your unborn child. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is safe to use in the first trimester of pregnancy. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Drug interactions

Decreases carbidopa absorption and levodopa concentrations. Increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias when used with astemizole, cisapride and terfenadine. Risk of acute dystonia when used with fluphenazine.

Food interactions

[SAFE] Consuming alcohol with Spiramycine does not cause any harmful side effects.

Use in pregnancy

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Spiramycine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Spiramycine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Spiramycine is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Spiramycine is recommended. [CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There is limited information available on the use of Spiramycine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Common questions

my wife can take Rovamycin Forte tablet 9 month and what is the side effects of Rovamycin Forte tablets Consult a physician for this Is metron forte safe during 5 month of pregnancy It's a category B drug. Can be taken if benefits outweigh the risks I have been married for three years from now,but we have planned for a baby for last 3-4 months .But I am not conceiving.my periods were normal.what could be the problem.Kindly help me,and visited one gynecologist,she suggested rovamycin forte for 14 days.i have completed the course but still having pain. Rovamycin is an antiviral medicine and will not help you conceive. Any normal healthy couple can take upto 9-12 months to conceive. It is not an instant thing and will not conceive as soon as you think you want to conceive. Have patience dear. If you are healthy with normal regular periods and your husband too is healthy you should conceive soon. I suggest you wait for another 6 months before going for any investigations or treatments. I am in third trimester of my pregnancy can I take daily iron tablet . Yes it is usually recommended to take iron tablets during pregnancy. Hii sir i am pregnant .now going 6th month .my doctor give me a Gemacal tablet. So our app tell the info about gemcal tablet is not sutable for pregnant women so please tell me this tablet is taken good or not for me. I am waiting for your replay Dear PATIENT tablet should be taken with utmost precautions during pregnancy, Please ask your gynaecologist for the same. Tablet name for loose motions during 4 month o pregnancy Metrogyl tablet thrice a day. How to improve my sexual life,also timing during sex explanation on daiet,and drug Take confido tablet 2 tablet twice, vivadona forte 2 tablet twice after mea During pregnancy Rabemac-dsr tablet or ALKACITRAL syrup safe or not Hi PATIENT Rabemac is safer than the syrup in early pregnancy. Syrups can be used only after 2 nd trimester.

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.