Spectrobid

Main Ingredient: Bacampicillin

Spectrobid is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including sinusitis, strep throat, pneumonia, respiratory tract, ear infections, dental abscesses, and skin infections.

Spectrobid may also be used to treat STDs like gonorrhea and syphilis, infections of the genital and urinary tract.

Spectrobid kills bacteria by destroying the cell walls of the invading microorganisms.

However, antibiotics like Spectrobid are not effective against viruses and fungi and there are a number of bacteria, the so-called super bugs,that are resistant to penicillin antibiotics including Spectrobid.

Spectrobid injection is used to treat more serious infections.

SPECTROBID CAUTION

If you are allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, check with your physician before taking Spectrobid.

People with Cystic fibrosis are more prone to side effects from penicillin antibiotic like Spectrobid.

Those who are using oral contraceptives should switch to other methods of contraceptives while taking Spectrobid.

SPECTROBID WARNING

If you have ever had asthma, hives, hay fever, or other allergic reaction to penicillin consult with your physician before taking Spectrobid.

Stop taking Spectrobid if you experience reactions such as rash, fever, itching, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and or sores on the genitals.

It is imperative to take Spectrobid for the entire course your physician has prescribed. Even if you feel better, you should to continue taking Spectrobid.

Tell your physician if you have ever had asthma, colitis, diabetes, or kidney or liver disease before taking Spectrobid.

SPECTROBID SIDE EFFECTS

Side effects of Spectrobid may include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, colitis, confusion, convulsions, dizziness, hives, liver problems and jaundice, fungal infections, rash, tooth discoloration in children, and appetite loss.

SPECTROBID AND PREGNANCY

Spectrobid is considered generally safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Spectrobid.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Spectrobid as it could cause diarrhea in infants.

SPECTROBID INTERACTION

Check with your doctor before combining Spectrobid with the following:

Antacids
Beta-blockers
Blood thinning drugs
Chloramphenicol
Erythromycin
NSAIDs like Aleve or ibuprofen
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Tetracycline
Do not take Spectrobid with carbonated drinks or fruit juices.

Spectrobid may cause vitamin deficiency. It is recommended to take daily multivitamins while taking Spectrobid.

SPECTROBID DOSES

ADULTS

400-800 mg/12 hours.

1600 mg + 1g Probenecid for gonorrhea.

CHILDREN

12-25 mg per pound of body weight per day, divided into 2 doses.

SPECTROBID OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Spectrobid overdose may include short breath, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting.

If you suspect an Spectrobid overdose, seek medical attention right away.

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