Streptomycin
स्ट्रेप्टोमाइसिन
What it is
Streptomycin is a medicine used to treat serious bacterial infections. It requires a prescription in India.
What it is used for
Streptomycin is used to treat tuberculosis, a serious bacterial infection that affects the lungs and other parts of the body.
- Tuberculosis
How it works
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How it is sold in India
In India Streptomycin comes as injection and tablets.
Common side effects
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See a doctor straight away if
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Who should not take it
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Questions people ask
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for advice.
Is it safe if I have liver or kidney trouble?
Consult your doctor if you have kidney problems. The dosage may need adjustment.
Brand names
4 medicines sold in India contain Streptomycin.
Brands sold in India include Ambistryn-S, MERSTREP, Genpod. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.
Where this comes from
- National Formulary of India 2011 (Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare) -- Streptomycin
- FDA drug label (US National Library of Medicine, DailyMed)
We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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