Sisomicin
Information about Sisomicin
Sisomicin uses
Sisomicin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How sisomicin works
Sisomicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your skin infection.
Common side effects of sisomicin
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
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Expert advice for Sisomicin
- Your doctor has prescribed Sisomicin to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Sisomicin may cause dizziness.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Sisomicin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Frequently asked questions for Sisomicin
Sisomicin
Q. What is Sisomicin? What is it used for?
Sisomicin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections. It may also be used to treat infected cuts and wounds. Sisomicin stops the growth of bacteria, which helps to resolve the symptoms.
Q. Is Sisomicin effective?
Sisomicin is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Sisomicin too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How to use Sisomicin?
Before using Sisomicin, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Sisomicin gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.