Ecothral 500 mg Tablet 5's

Question 1

What should I avoid while taking Ecothral 500 mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Ecothral 500 mg Tablet. These antacids can interact with Ecothral 500 mg Tablet and make them less effective when taken at the same time.

Question 2

Can I stop taking Ecothral 500 mg Tablet if I feel better?

Accepted Answer

Never stop the treatment with Ecothral 500 mg Tablet on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Ecothral 500 mg Tablet once discuss this with your doctor.

Question 3

What if I miss a dose of Ecothral 500 mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

If you forget to take Ecothral 500 mg Tablet, take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose

Question 4

I am lactose intolerant, can I take Ecothral 500 mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Ecothral 500 mg Tablet contains lactose monohydrate so if you have intolerance towards sugars, consult your doctor before starting Ecothral 500 mg Tablet.

Question 5

Can Ecothral 500 mg Tablet cause diarrhoea?

Accepted Answer

Ecothral 500 mg Tablet can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

Question 6

In which disease condition I should not avoid taking Ecothral 500 mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should avoid taking Ecothral 500 mg Tablet if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problem (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Ecothral 500 mg Tablet.

Question 7

Can I take Ecothral 500 mg Tablet on my own?

Accepted Answer

No, it is a Schedule H drug that can be taken only if your doctor has prescribed it. Taking it on your own or self-medication can cause unwanted side-effects and lead to antibiotic resistance thereby lowering its efficiency.

Question 8

Do intake of Ecothral 500 mg Tablet cause thrush?

Accepted Answer

Yes in some cases, people using Ecothral 500 mg Tablet may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Ecothral 500 mg Tablet also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.

Question 9

Does intake of Ecothral 500 mg Tablet affects working of my contraceptive pills or devices?

Accepted Answer

Clinical evidence suggests that Ecothral 500 mg Tablet does not affect the working of any oral birth control pills and contraceptives devices.

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