Dirithromycin: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

What drug Dirithromycin?

What is dirithromycin for?

Dirithromycin is an antibitotic drug used to treat various types of bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsils (tonsillitis), and skin infections. Dirithromycin is a macrolide class of antibiotics. This drug works by blocking the bacteria in your body.

Dirithromycin can also be used for purposes other than those listed in the medication guide.

How is dirithromycin used?

Use dirithromycin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a glass of water. You can take this medication with food or milk to increase the absorption of the drug into your body.

Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet. Swallow the tablet whole.

Take all the dirithromycin that has been prescribed to you even if you start to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

How is dirithromycin stored?

Dirithromycin is a drug that should be stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Dirithromycin dosage

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of dirithromycin for adults?

• To treat bronchitis, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg taken by mouth once a day for 7 days.
• To treat tonsillitis / pharyngitis, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg orally once a day for 10 days.
• To treat skin diseases or soft tissue infections, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg taken by mouth once daily for 7 days.
• To treat pneumonia, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg taken by mouth once daily for 14 days.
• To treat otitis media, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg orally once a day for 10 days.
• To treat ARI, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg orally once a day for 7 days.

What is the dose of dirithromycin for children?

• To treat bacterial infections in children, the dose of dirithromycin is 500 mg orally once a day for 7-14 days.

In what dosage is dirithromycin available?

The availability of the drug dirithromycin is coated tablets and enterics.

Dirithromycin side effects

What side effects can be experienced due to dirithromycin?

Some of the side effects that may occur due to taking the antibiotic dirithromycin are:

• Nausea
• Gag
• Diarrhea or stomach pain
• Dizzy
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Vaginal yeast infection
• rash

Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about side effects, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Dirithromycin Drug Warnings and Cautions

What should be known before using dirithromycin?

Before using certain drugs, consider the risks and benefits first. This is a decision you and your doctor will have to make. For this drug, pay attention to the following:

• Allergy.Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reactions to dirithromycin or other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as food allergies, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read ingredients labels or packages carefully.
• Children.The study of dirithromycin was only conducted in adults, and there was no specific information comparing use of dirithromycin in children with use in other age groups.
• Elderly.Dirithromycin has been tested in a number of elderly patients and has not been shown to cause as different side effects or problems as it does in older adults.

Is dirithromycin safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States, or the equivalent of the POM in Indonesia.

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = Not at risk
• B = No risk in several studies
• C = May be risky
• D = There is positive evidence of risk
• X = Contraindicated
• N = Unknown

There are not sufficient studies in women to find out the risk to the baby when the mother takes this drug during breastfeeding. Consider the potential benefits and potential risks before taking this medication during breastfeeding.

Dirithromycin Drug Interactions

What medicines may interact with dirithromycin?

Although certain drugs should not be used together at all, in other cases two different drugs can be used together even if interactions are possible. In this case, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be needed. When you are using this medicine it is very important that your healthcare professional knows if you are currently taking any of the medicines that are listed below. The following interactions were selected on the basis of their potential significance and are by no means applicable to all

Other drugs in the same class as dirithromycin cause dangerous side effects when taken with terbenadine (Seldane). Although dirithromycin does not cause the same reaction, it should be used with caution if it is taken at the same time as terbenadine (Seldane).

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

• Seizure medications such as carbamazepine (Tegretol), phenytoin (Dilantin), and valproic acid (Depakote, Depakene) may not have an effect. Because this medicine is so important, your doctor may want to order some blood tests or special monitoring.
• Anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as warfarin (Coumadin). These medications may increase the effect, which can cause bleeding. Your doctor may want to monitor your blood clotting.
• Heart medications for irregular heartbeats, such as digoxin (Lanoxin). These drugs can also increase the effect. Your doctor may want to monitor your blood levels more closely.
• Other antibiotics. Do not use any other antibiotics unless your doctor has prescribed them.

Taking this drug with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may not prescribe you this medication or will change some of the drugs you are already taking:

• Dihydroergotamine
• Ergoloid Mesylates
• Ergonovine
• Ergotamine
• Methylergonovine
• Methysergide
• Pimozide

Using this medication with some of the medicines below is not usually recommended, but in some cases it may be necessary. If both drugs are prescribed for you, your doctor will usually change the dosage or determine how often you should take them

• Dofetilide

Using this medication with some of the medicines below is not usually recommended, but in some cases it may be necessary. If both drugs are prescribed for you, your doctor will usually change the dosage or determine how often you should take them

• Cyclosporine
• Fentanyl

Can food or alcohol interact with dirithromycin?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interact with dirithromycin?

Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, especially liver disease from moderate to severe liver disease, as they may have an increased chance of having side effects.

Dirithromycin overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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