Althrocin Liquid is an antibiotic. It works by interfering with the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to perform important functions. By doing so, it stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading.
- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Althrocin Liquid is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Althrocin Liquid is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as the use of this medicine may affect hearing in patients with severe kidney disease. - Liver : CAUTION - Althrocin Liquid should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Althrocin Liquid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Q. What if I give an overdose of Althrocin Liquid by mistake?::: Though an extra dose of Althrocin Liquid does not usually cause any harm, you must consult a doctor immediately if you feel you have given too much of it to your child. Never forget that overdose can increase the risk of unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child?s condition. So, stay vigilant and adhere to the prescribed dose.| Q. What are the serious side effects of Althrocin Liquid?::: Althrocin Liquid may rarely cause some serious side effects such as severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfection), severe allergic reactions, liver dysfunction, blood infections, and heart conduction abnormalities like QT prolongation due to arrhythmia. Always consult your child?s doctor for help in such a situation.| Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Althrocin Liquid?::: Althrocin Liquid can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Althrocin Liquid. Also, check with your child?s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.| Q. Is it safe to give Althrocin Liquid if my child has low potassium levels in blood?::: Avoid giving Althrocin Liquid if your child has low potassium levels as it can lead to conduction abnormalities of the heart such as arrhythmias (QT prolongation).| Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Althrocin Liquid?::: Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.| Q. Which lab tests should my child undergo while taking Althrocin Liquid for the long term?::: Your child?s doctor may advise you to track your child?s ECG and liver functioning periodically as that will help to keep a check on your child?s condition.| Q. My child is having a sore throat and ear infection. Can I give antibiotics?::: No. Sore throats, runny nose, cough, pain, or discharge from the ear are almost always caused by viruses. As per statistics, more than 80% of sore throats and ear infections are caused by a virus. Since antibiotics should not be given for viral infections, it will be best if you consult your child?s doctor to seek guidance.