Terracort Eye/Ear Drops

Infections that occur because of bacteria can be effectively treated with Terracort Eye/Ear Drops. The drug is an antibiotic which cures a number of bacterial infections that affect the skin, urinary tract, intestines, genitals, respiratory tract, lymph nodes and various other parts of the body. The drug is also useful in the treatment of acne and sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) like chlamydia, gonorrhea as well as syphilis. In cases of some patients who cannot be prescribed penicillin or any other antibiotic for the treatment of severe infections like anthrax and listeria, Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is prescribed instead.

The medicine should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Take it about an hour or 2 after you take your meal. The drug should not be consumed with milk or for that matter any other dairy products unless specifically advised by the doctor. This is primarily because dairy products make it difficult for the body to absorb Terracort Eye/Ear Drops. The drug will only treat bacterial infections, it cannot be taken for the treatment of viral infections like cold or flu.

Some facts should be kept in mind when taking this drug. For instance, children below the age of 8 years cannot be given this medicine. Pregnant women should discuss the pros and cons of taking Terracort Eye/Ear Drops with their doctor. This is because the drug can be harmful for the fetus. It may also lead to discolored teeth in the child which will be permanent. Lactating mothers should also take their doctors advice before using Terracort Eye/Ear Drops. It is also important that you throw away expired Terracort Eye/Ear Drops, as consumption of the drug can lead to severe kidney problems.

A few plausible side effects of the drug that you may experience are vomiting, sore throat, nausea, diarrhea, cramps in the stomach and dizziness. In case these side effects do not go away with time consult your health care provider.

• Cholera

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat cholera which is an infection of the intestine caused by Vibrio cholerae.

• Chlamydia Infection

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat sexually transmitted infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

• Brucellosis

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat Brucellosis which is a bacterial infection that spreads from animals caused by Brucella bacteria.

• Bronchitis

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bronchitis which is an inflammation in lungs caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and some Mycoplasma Pneumonia.

• Rickettsial Infection

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat Rickettsial infections like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever and the typhus group, Q fever, rickettsial pox, and tick fevers caused by Rickettsiae.

• Pneumonia

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat Pneumonia which is a most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae.

• Allergy

  Not recommended in the patients allergic to Terracort Eye/Ear Drops.

• Increased Sensitivity Of The Eyes To Sunlight

• Abdominal Pain

• Headache

• Loss Of Appetite

• Diarrhoea

• Itching Of The Rectal Or Genital Areas

• Mouth Ulcers

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 1 to 2 days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 4 hours

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Terracort Eye/Ear Drops belongs to the class tetracyclines. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria by inhibiting the protein synthesis by acting on 30S ribosomal subunits of susceptible bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Warfarin

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops may increase the effect of warfarin and may increase the risk of bleeding. Close monitoring of blood platelets is necessary. Any symptoms of unusual bleeding should be reported to the doctor. Dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Cholera Vaccine

  If you have taken Terracort Eye/Ear Drops, then it is advisable to wait for 14 days before taking Cholera vaccine. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Digoxin

  Terracort Eye/Ear Drops may increase the concentration of digoxin and may cause serious effects like irregular heartbeats, nausea, and visual changes. The dose of digoxin should be adjusted. Close monitoring of symptoms is necessary.

  Calcium gluconate

  Calcium, aluminum or magnesium salts may decrease the concentration of Terracort Eye/Ear Drops. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any calcium supplements or any preparation containing aluminum or magnesium salts. There should be a time gap of at least 2 to 3 hours between these two medications. If necessary, an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Colitis

  Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking Terracort Eye/Ear Drops. Inform the doctor if you are suffering from any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

• Interaction with Food

  Iron and calcium suppliments

  This medicine is not recommended to take with iron and calcium preparations due to the decrease in the absorption. The minimum time gap of 3 hours should be maintained for a better absorption.