How to take Rovamycin

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Rovamycin 3miu belongs to the group of antibiotics, supporting the treatment of diseases related to lower and upper respiratory tract infections, ear, nose and throat infections, skin, lung, bronchial infections... in the form of canned tablets, each box contains 2 blisters x 5 tablets. Learn how to use Rovamycine through the article below.

1. What are the effects of Rovamycine?

Rovamycine antibiotic contains the main active ingredient is Spiramycin 3 million IU and the active ingredients are just enough: Colloidal Anhydrous Silica, Magnesium stearate, Gelatinized Corn Starch, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Hypromellose , Macrogol 6000, Titanium dioxide. Rovamycine is used to treat certain types of infections caused by bacteria, such as lung infections, skin and mouth infections. Spiramycin is used to treat gonorrhea in people who are allergic to penicillin. In addition, the drug is also used for a number of other medical conditions. However, a prescription from a doctor or pharmacist is required.
Rovamycin 3miu is indicated for use in cases of infections caused by bacteria sensitive to spiramycin, specifically:
In cases of upper and lower respiratory tract infections such as: ear - nose - throat, bronchi, lungs. Skin and oral infections Genital infections Toxoplasmosis in pregnant women. Prevention of meningococcal meningitis in special cases. Treatment and prevention of recurrence of rheumatic fever allergic to betalactam.

2. How to take Rovamycine


The information provided below is not a substitute for medication leaflets or the advice of a healthcare professional. If you are or are about to use Rovamycine, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
2.1. How to use You need to take Rovamycine medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. The drug should be taken at a fixed time and if the condition improves, the dose should also be gradually cut off.
The drug is in the form of tablets that should be taken orally. Take the whole pill, do not crush or crush the medicine, combine it with a full glass of water. Note, do not take the drug with carbonated drinks, alcohol. You can take the medicine with food or 2-3 hours after a meal to avoid stomach irritation.
2.2. Dosage Rovamycine 3miu antibiotic tablets should not be used in children.
In case of treatment of some infectious diseases: Adults take 6-9 tablets/day with a dose of 500mg, divided into 2-3 times. Special cases of pharyngitis will be treated with medicine for about 10 days and strictly according to the instructions of the doctor. In case of severe infection, the dose can be increased to 8-10 tablets/day, 500mg dose twice daily. In case of some bacterial infections: Adults take 3 tablets every 12 hours and take within 5 days. In the case of children, the drug should be used based on body weight. The usual dose will be 50mg Rovamycine/kg. In case of gonorrhea treatment should take 8-9 tablets / day. Usually the total dose is 4000-5000mg/day. To use the drug effectively, you need to follow the dose and time of taking the medicine as prescribed by the doctor or pharmacist. If you have a fever or no symptoms, it means you have completely recovered from the disease. You should reduce the dose or stop using when you feel tired.
2.3. What to do if you miss a dose If you accidentally miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, the time to take the next dose is close to the make up dose. You should skip the make up dose and take your next dose. Do not double the dose prescribed by the prescription.

3. Side effects when taking the antibiotic Rovamycine


When you use Rovamycine medicine, some side effects may occur. However, not everyone who uses the drug will experience side effects. If the side effects get worse, you need to go to the emergency room right away.
Here are some unwanted side effects when taking Rovamycine:
Diarrhea Nausea/vomiting Numbness on the skin Pseudomembranous colitis Abdominal pain Rash Itching Angioedema Allergic shock Allergic pustules with fever A stinging sensation, like ants crawling on the skin Abnormal liver function but very rarely Anemia, very rare When you experience any of the above side effects or other symptoms, stop taking the medicine. Then notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

4. Notes when using Rovamycine


Before using the drug, you should carefully read the instructions for use of the drug and can refer to the information below.
4.1. Contraindications Rovamycine antibiotic is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
Allergy to spiramycin Breastfeeding women Allergy, hypersensitivity to drug ingredients or other drugs Being treated for meningitis Pregnant Yes Yes pregnancy determination. People with liver failure 4.2. Precautions for use The following cases need to be very careful when using Rovamycine 3miu antibiotic:
People with liver failure: especially those with liver dysfunction when using can cause hepatotoxicity. In case of renal failure, the dose does not need to be adjusted. The case of glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. There are no specific studies on the use of the drug while driving or operating machinery. Pregnant women can use spiramycin if necessary. However, it is necessary to consult a doctor whether or not to use the drug. Spiramycin is excreted in human milk, so its use during this time is not recommended. When using Rovamycine should not be combined with grapefruit juice. Because grapefruit juice can produce serious side effects. Prolonged or repeated treatment may result in bacterial or fungal overgrowth. You should contact your doctor for timely support and treatment. The drug has a risk of increasing abnormal heart rhythms, so it should be used with caution. The above article is the information you need to know about the antibiotic Rovamycine. What disease does Rovamycine treat? To increase the effectiveness of drug treatment, you need to follow the drug instructions from the doctor, pharmacist.

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