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Symbiotik Capsule

Manufacturer :  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Amoxycillin, Cloxacillin, Lactobacillus
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Symbiotik Capsule

Symbiotik Capsule treats bacterial infections Including the treatment of otitis media, sinusitis, and infections caused by susceptible organisms involving the respiratory tract, skin, and urinary tract. It interferes with the synthesis of the cell wall in a bacteria and stops it from growing.

This medication is used to treat infections of the lungs and airways, skin, middle ear, sinuses, and urinary tract. It also treats conditions like tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, and gonorrhoea. It is used in the prophylaxis of bacterial endocarditis in patients undergoing surgical or dental procedures

You should not use this antibiotic combination if you are allergic to any penicillin-based antibiotic. These antibiotics can make birth control pills less effective so ask your doctor about using nonhormonal birth control to prevent pregnancy during the treatment.

Take the entire prescription, even if you are feeling better. Take at equal intervals around the clock. You may experience nausea or vomiting (small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking lozenges, or chewing gum may help).

Common side effects may include stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, headache, vaginal itching or discharge or swollen or black tongue. Call your doctor at once if you have the following after using this medicine:

  • Diarrhoea, fever, cold or flu symptoms, cough, troubled breathing.
  • Swollen glands, severe skin irritation and rashes or joint pain.
  • Jaundice, confusion or weakness, dark coloured urine.
  • Numbness, severe tingling, pain or muscle weakness.
  • Easy bruising or unusual bleeding of nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum.

    What are the uses of Symbiotik Capsule

    • Bacterial Infections

    What are the contraindications of Symbiotik Capsule ?

    What are the side effects of Symbiotik Capsule ?

    Key highlights of Symbiotik Capsule

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 1.5 to 2 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. But the evidence is inadequate and it should be used only when necessary after consulting a doctor.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies have been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine is safe to use during breastfeeding. It is advised to consult a doctor before taking this medicine.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consumption with alcohol is unknown. Please contact your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Do not drive unless you are feeling well. This medication can have side effects and the symptoms may make you unfit to drive.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      This medication should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      This medication should be used with caution in patients with liver disease.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      One should contact the doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    The drug is a Penicillin antibiotic and inhibits the transfer of a peptide group in the transpeptidation process. As a result, the bacterium is not able to build cell walls and is killed. When used against the beta-lactamase of staphylococci, the large R chain does not let the beta-lactamases to bind. Once the medicine is taken, it produces lactic acid in the intestine thereby preventing pathogens or bad bacteria from entering and growing. The lactic acid produced by Lactobacillus helps in restoring gastrointestinal health.

      What are the interactions of Symbiotik Capsule ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Lab Test

        May interfere with urinary glucose tests using cupric sulfate (Benedict's solution, Clinitest®); may inactivate aminoglycosides in vitro.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        • Decreased effect: Efficacy of oral contraceptives may be reduced.
        • Increased effect: Disulfiram, probenecid may increase Symbiotik Capsule levels.
        • Increased toxicity: Allopurinol theoretically has an additive potential for Symbiotik Capsule rash.
      • Interaction with Disease

        In patients with renal impairment, doses and/or frequency of administration should be modified in response to the degree of renal impairment; a high percentage of patients with infectious mononucleosis have developed rash during therapy with Amyclox LB Capsule; a low incidence of cross-allergy with other beta-lactams and cephalosporins exists.

      FAQs about Symbiotik Capsule

      • Ques : What is Symbiotik Capsule?

        Ans : Symbiotik capsule is a medication which has Amoxycillin, Cloxacillin, and Lactobacillus as active ingredients present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the growth of bacterias in the bacterial cell membrane.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Symbiotik Capsule?

        Ans : Symbiotik is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of bacterial lung infections, staphylococcal and pneumococcal infections.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Symbiotik Capsule?

        Ans : Flatulence, diarrhea, allergic reactions, stomach pain, vomiting and abdominal disorders are common side effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Symbiotik Capsule?

        Ans : Symbiotik Capsule should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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