Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's belongs to the group of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics used to treat infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia (lung infection) and pelvic infections (infection of the reproductive organs). Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's works by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Thereby kills the bacteria and treats infections. Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's is prescribed for treating severe infections or when oral therapy is ineffective.

FAQs

How does Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's work?

Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival.

Can I take antacids while taking Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's?

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours of taking Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's. Antacids can interact with Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's and make it less effective when taken simultaneously.

Does Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's cause diarrhoea?

Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's can cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

In which disease condition I should avoid taking Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's?

You should avoid taking Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problems (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's.

Is it safe to take migraine medicines with Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's?

Aequimycin 500 mg Injection 1's should not be taken with any ergot derivates such as ergotamine used to treat migraine. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.