Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin. Doctors prescribe Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedure, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

FAQs

What should I avoid while taking Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension?

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension. These antacids can interact with Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension and make them less effective when taken at the same time.

Can I stop taking Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension if I feel better?

Never stop the treatment with Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension once discuss this with your doctor.

What if I miss a dose of Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension?

If you forget to take Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension, take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose

I am lactose intolerant, can I take Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension?

Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension contains lactose monohydrate so if you have intolerance towards sugars, consult your doctor before starting Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension.

Can Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension cause diarrhoea?

Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. 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 not avoid taking Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension?

You should avoid taking Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problem (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension.

Can I take Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension on my own?

No, it is a Schedule H drug that can be taken only if your doctor has prescribed it. Taking it on your own or self-medication can cause unwanted side-effects and lead to antibiotic resistance thereby lowering its efficiency.

Do intake of Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension cause thrush?

Yes in some cases, people using Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.

Does intake of Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension affects working of my contraceptive pills or devices?

Clinical evidence suggests that Jaczith-200 Orange Oral Suspension does not affect the working of any oral birth control pills and contraceptives devices.