Manufacturers

Abbott

Salt Composition

Streptomycin (1gm)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Tuberculosis (TB) Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used in combination with few other medicines to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Benefits

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Description

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is an antibiotic used in the treatment of tuberculosis, in combination with other medicines. It works by stopping the growth of tubercular bacteria. Rarely, it may also be used to treat some other types of infections.Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is given as an injection directly into a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly as prescribed by your doctor. 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.This medicine may cause a skin rash, vomiting, fever, and vertigo as side effects. Therefore, please follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or if any of the side effects bother you.Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as this medicine may cause dizziness. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection, please consult your doctor.

Packaging Detail

vial of 1 Injection

Package

Vial

Qty

1

Product Form

Injection

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Aminoglycosides|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class :: Aminoglycosides

Primary Use

Tuberculosis (TB)

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Tuberculosis (TB)

Common Side Effect

Skin rash | Vomiting | Fever | Vertigo

Alcoholinteraction

SAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CAUTION

Liverinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Manufacturer Address

16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India

Q A

Q. What should I know before starting treatment with Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection?::: Before starting treatment with Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection, audiometry test and kidney function tests must be done. These tests are required to check the present condition of ears and kidneys as Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection can affect their functioning. Therefore, patients with known kidney disease are treated with Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved. Regular monitoring of kidney function is also recommended throughout the treatment with Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.| Q. How is Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection administered?::: Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection should be administered into a muscle (intramuscularly) under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on your condition and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection.| Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?::: No, Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| Q. What if I don't get better after using Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform the doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

How It Works

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Interaction

Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Abamune Tablet :

When Streptomycin is taken along with Abacavir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & A-Bec Tablet :

When Streptomycin is taken along with Abacavir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & ABHOPE 300MG TABLET :

When Streptomycin is taken along with Abacavir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Adesera 10mg Tablet :

When Streptomycin is taken along with Adefovir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Adheb 10mg Tablet :

When Streptomycin is taken along with Adefovir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Adfovir 10mg Tablet :

When Streptomycin is taken along with Adefovir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Stoplos A Plus Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Streptomycin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Osteofos 10mg Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Streptomycin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Gatofos 10mg Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Streptomycin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium. | Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection & Gatofos 35mg Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Streptomycin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium.

Marketer Details

Abbott | 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India

Reference

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