Terramycin SF Capsule
Pfizer Ltd

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CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Terramycin SF Capsule may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Terramycin SF Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Terramycin SF Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Terramycin SF Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

UNSAFE
Kidney
UNSAFE

Terramycin SF Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

UNSAFE
Liver
UNSAFE

Terramycin SF Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.


Oxytetracycline   250mg

Uses of Oxytetracycline
Oxytetracycline is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Oxytetracycline
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Oxytetracycline is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, which are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Oxytetracycline
Your doctor has prescribed Oxytetracycline to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Take Oxytetracycline with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach and acid reflux. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take calcium, antacids or iron at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Oxytetracycline. Discontinue Oxytetracycline and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is oxytetracycline is same as tetracycline?
No, both the drugs are different

Q. Can I take oxytetracycline for cystitis/tonsillitis/gum infection?
Oxytetracycline can be taken for cystitis and gum infection but not in case of tonsillitis. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use

Q. Does oxytetracycline cause weight gain?
No, it doesn't cause weight gain. However, consult your doctor if you experience such side effect

Q. Does oxytetracycline affect the contraceptive implant?
No, oxytetracycline doesn't affect contraceptive implants.

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)   0.5mg

Uses of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How to use Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) provides essential nutrients.

Side Effects:

Common Burning sensation, Tightness sensation, Headache, Nausea, Sleepiness, Stomach upset, Pricking sensation, Tingling sensation.

Vitamin B3(Nicotinic Acid)   25mg

Uses of Vitamin B3(Nicotinic Acid)
Vitamin B3(Nicotinic Acid) is used in the treatment of increased triglycerides.

How to use Vitamin B3(Nicotinic Acid)
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Vitamin B3(Nicotinic Acid) stimulates the formation of enzymes for triglyceride metabolism thereby reducing the levels of triglyceride and cholesterol in the body.

Side Effects:

Common Itching, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Erythema, Tingling.

Vitamin B2   2.5mg

Uses of Vitamin B2
Vitamin B2 is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How to use Vitamin B2
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Vitamin B2 provides essential nutrients.

Side Effects:

Common Dark colored urine, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Vitamin B2

Taking vitamin B2 may result in dark yellow coloration of urine.
Before taking this drug consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Vitamin B2 riboflavin?
Yes, Vitamin B2 is also called riboflavin

Q. Is Vitamin B2 and B12 same?
No, Vitamin B2 is riboflavin and Vitamin B12 is methycobalamine. The both belong to group B vitamins

Q. Is Vitamin B2 good for migraine?
Yes, there is some evidence that Vitamin B2 is good for prevention of episodes of severe headaches and migraine

Q. Is Vitamin B2 good for hair/hair growth?
Vitamin B2 may be effective for maintenance of healthy hair. However, the evidence is insufficient

Q. Does Vitamin B2 help you lose weight or cause weight gain?
There are no known effects of Vitamin B2 on weight loss/ gain

Q. Does Vitamin B2 give you energy?
Vitamin B2 is a key component of chemical (enzyme flavoprotein) that is important for generation of energy from proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Therefore, it helps improve energy production

Q. Does Vitamin B2 cause diarrhea?
Yes, at high doses Vitamin B2 may cause diarrhea

Q. Does Vitamin B2 cause urine yellow?
Yes, Vitamin B2 may cause yellowing of urine

Q. Does Vitamin B2 cause constipation?
There are no known effects of Vitamin B2 that cause constipation

Q. Is Vitamin B2 good for you?
Yes, Vitamin B2 is good for maintenance of immune system, healthy hair, skin, nails and mucous membranes, prevention of eye conditions such as cataract, glaucoma and tired eyes (fatigue), and migraine headaches.

Calcium   5mg

Uses of Calcium
Calcium is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How to use Calcium
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Calcium provides essential nutrients.

Side Effects:

Common Kidney stone, Flatulence, Abdominal bloating, Constipation, Nausea, Vomiting, Altered heart rate, Abnormal heart rhythm.

Expert advice for Calcium
Do not start or continue calcium preparations (calcium salts) and consult your doctor: If you have higher than normal levels of calcium in your urine (hypercalciuria).If you have kidney stones.If you have mild to moderate problems with your kidneys.If you have an overactive parathyroid gland (hyperparathyroidism).If you have thinning or weakening of bones (osteoporosis) caused by immobility or tumors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Calcium tablet/ Calcium sandoz good to take?
Yes, Calcium tablet/ supplement is good if you take it for approved indications, in recommended dosage. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take Calcium with Forteo?
Yes, you can take Calcium with Forteo if it is recommended by your doctor. Forteo (teriparatide) is a man-made form of a hormone and used to treat thinning or weakening of the bone (osteoporosis). Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. What can I take for Calcium in Calcium deficiency?
Adequate dietary intake and/ or Calcium supplement is recommended in patients with Calcium deficiency. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding use of any Calcium supplement

Q. Can I take Calcium with milk?
Milk is one of the richest sources of Calcium. Yes, patient can take Calcium supplement with milk

Q. Can I take calcium with iron/ does calcium inhibit iron absorption?
No, iron supplement should not be taken with calcium supplements, as they interact to form non-absorbable complexes. They, however, can be taken at interval of 1 to 2 hours between them. Please follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use when indicated together

Q. Can I take calcium with vitamin C?
There has been no study to prove interaction between Vitamin C and calcium. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take Calcium with coffee/ tea?
No, coffee/ tea can reduce the absorption of Calcium in the body

Q. Can I take calcium with magnesium?
No, patient should avoid concomitant administration of calcium along with magnesium. There could be increase in urinary calcium excretion when calcium is given along with magnesium. Please follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take calcium with vitamin D?
Yes, calcium can be taken with vitamin D. It helps in absorption of calcium in the body

Q. Can I take calcium with metformin?
There has been no study that proved interaction between calcium and metformin. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take Calcium with Synthroid?
You should avoid concomitant use of Calcium and Synthroid within 4 hours. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take Calcium with other supplements?
You should consult your doctor regarding use of other supplement along with Calcium

Q. Does Calcium help in weight loss/weight gain?
The results from the studies conducted do not report the role of Calcium in weight loss or increase in weight. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Does Calcium increase height/blood pressure?
No study has been reported on role of Calcium in height gain or increase or decrease in blood pressure. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Does Calcium tablet cause kidney stones?
Yes, Calcium supplement may cause kidney stones if taken at larger dose or for prolonged duration. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Does Calcium cause constipation?
Yes, use of Calcium may cause constipation. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Folic Acid   0.375mg

Uses of Folic Acid
Folic Acid is used in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia and anemia due to chronic kidney disease.

How to use Folic Acid
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Folic Acid is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Abdominal distension, Decreased appetite, Flatulence.

Expert advice for Folic Acid

Do not take folic acid, if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to folic acid or any of the other ingredients.
Talk to your doctor, if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does folic acid contain iron?
Folic acid is a component of the B group of vitamins

Q. Can I take folic acid with iron supplement?
It does not contain iron and can be taken with iron supplement

Q. Does vitamin D have folic acid?
Folic acid is a component of the B group of vitamins and it does not have Vitamin D

Q. Is folic acid good for everyone/skin/health/polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)/hair loss/anemia?
Everyone needs folic acid for good health. It is good for skin, hair, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and anemia. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding the use of folic acid

Q. What is Folvite/ Fol123/ Folvite MB tablet used for?
Folvite/ Fol123/ Folvite MB are the trade names for active drug folic acid. Folvite contains only folic acid which is a component of the B group of vitamins. While Fol123/ Folvite MB, in addition to folic acid also has other forms of vitamin B. In addition folic acid is also used for prevention of folate deficiency caused by some medicines (e.g. phenytoin, phenobarbital and primidone used to treat epilepsy), folate deficiency caused by long-term red blood cell damage or kidney dialysis However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding the dose and duration of use of folic acid

Q. How long can I take folic acid for?
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration

Q. Does folic acid have side effects increase weight/acidity?
Folic acid may have rare side effect like acidity, while it has no known effect on weight gain

Q. Can I take folic acid with birth control?
Folic acid supplementation does not affect birth control, and can be taken if you are suffering from anemia due to folic acid deficiency However, always follow the advice of the doctor regarding the dose and duration of use of folic acid

Q. Can I take folic acid with methotrexate/warfarin/calcium/metformin/antibiotics?
Folic acid may interact with medicines such as methotrexate/sulfonamide antibiotics (sulfasalazine, cotrimoxazole etc). It has no known effect if taken with warfarin/calcium/ metformin.

Methylcobalamin   3mcg

Uses of Methylcobalamin
Methylcobalamin is used in vitamin B12 deficiency.

How to use Methylcobalamin
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Methylcobalamin provides essential nutrients.

Side Effects:

Common Gastrointestinal disturbance, Allergic skin rash.

Expert advice for Methylcobalamin
Do not take methylcobalmin if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to methylcobalamin, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.Tell your doctor if your occupation required you to handle mercury or its compound.Do not use methylcobalamin over a period of months, if there is a lack of satisfactory clinical response.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is methylcobalamin/ mecobalamin/Neurokind/ Nurokind OD?
Methylcobalamin (mecobalamin/Neurokind/ Nurokind OD) is an active form of vitamin B12. It is water soluble and orally absorbed. It is found in animal-based foods and in supplement form

Q. Is methylcobalamin the same as cyanocobalamin?
No.Cyanocobalamin is different form of vitamin B12

Q. What is Nurokind G, Nurokind plus, Nurokind Next, Nurokind LC, Nurokind Gold?
Nurokind G contains methylcobalmine and gabapentin. Nurokind plus contains methylcobalamin, folic acid, vitamin B1, vitamin B6 and alfa lipoic Acid. Nurokind Next contains methlcobalamin, alphalipoic acid, benfotiamine, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, chromium. NurokindL C contains L-carnitine, L-tartrate, methylcobalamin, folic acid. Nurokind Gold contains ginseng extract, mixed carotene 10%, niacinamide, vitamin B6, methylcobalamin, vitamin D3, refined wheat germ oil, folic acid, elemental calcium, elemental phosphorus, ferrous fumarate, zinc sulfate mono hydrate, elemental magnesium, elemental manganese, elemental copper, elemental iodine, elemental potassium.

Thiamine(Vitamin B1)   2.5mg

Uses of Thiamine(Vitamin B1)
Thiamine(Vitamin B1) is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How to use Thiamine(Vitamin B1)
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Terramycin SF Capsule works
Thiamine(Vitamin B1) provides essential nutrients.

Side Effects:

Common Allergic reaction, Skin irritation, Cough, Decreased blood pressure, Difficulty in swallowing, Shortness of breath, Facial swelling, Increased sweating, Itching, Feeling of discomfort, Rash, Restlessness, Weakness, Wheezing.

Expert advice for Thiamine(Vitamin B1)
Immediately consult your doctor if you get any of these symptoms after taking injectable Vitamin B1:Coughingdifficulty in swallowinghivesitching of skinswelling of face, lips, or eyelidswheezing or difficulty in breathing.Consult your doctor before taking this drug if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is it better to take Thiamine by itself or with other B vitamins?
It may be beneficial if you take the thiamine with other B vitamins. Please consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. What are the food sources of Thiamine?
Thiamine is rich in organ meats, red meats, whole grains, nuts, cooked dried beans, peas, milk, cauliflower, and spinach

Q. Does Vitamin B1 give you energy?
Vitamin B1 is a key component of chemical that is important for generation of energy from proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Therefore, it helps improve energy production

Q. Does Vitamin B1 help you lose weight or cause weight gain?
There are no known effects of Vitamin B1 on weight loss/ gain

Q. Is Vitamin B1 and B12 same?
No, Vitamin B1 is thiamine and Vitamin B12 is methycobalamine. The both belong to group B vitamins.

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