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Alternate Names:Bactocill (not available in Canada)
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What is Bactocill (not available in Canada) used for? |
Bactocill (not available in Canada) is an antibiotic and is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria.
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When should Bactocill (not available in Canada) not be taken?
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Do not take Bactocill (not available in Canada) if you are allergic to penicillin or to similar medications. |
What precautions should I follow when taking Bactocill (not available in Canada) ?
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Before using Bactocill (not available in Canada), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions. |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Bactocill (not available in Canada)?
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Bactocill (not available in Canada) can cause skin rash, severe or watery diarrhea, in that case consult your health care provider immediately. |
What are the side effects of Bactocill (not available in Canada)?
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Most severe: Difficulty breathing, wheezing, fever or chills, sore throat, headache, less frequent passing of urine, pain, swelling and irritation at the injection site, red spots on the skin, redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth, seizures (convulsions), severe or watery diarrhea, skin rash, itching, swelling of face and neck, unusual bleeding or bruising
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Most common: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, sore mouth
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Other: Dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin
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How should I take Bactocill (not available in Canada)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Bactocill (not available in Canada) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Bactocill (not available in Canada) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Bactocill (not available in Canada). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. If you are diabetic and having large doses of Bactocill (not available in Canada), you may get a false-positive result for sugar in your urine. Check with your prescriber or health care professional before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetic medicine.
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How should Bactocill (not available in Canada) be stored?
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Store Bactocill (not available in Canada) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Bactocill (not available in Canada), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Bactocill (not available in Canada) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Bactocill (not available in Canada). If you have any questions about Bactocill (not available in Canada), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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