For treating bacterial infection.
Generic Name: Streptomycin
Instructions
This medicine is given as an injection into a muscle.
Carefully follow the instructions for preparing this medicine before injection.
Read and make sure you understand the instructions for measuring your dose and using the syringe before using this medicine.
The medicine needs to be mixed before being injected.
The liquid should be clear and colorless.
Do not use the medicine if it contains any particles or if it has changed color.
Shake well to dissolve any visible particles. Do not use if particles do not disappear.
Keep medicine at room temperature. Protect from light.
Keep the medicine in its original container.
Speak with your nurse or pharmacist about how long the medicine can be stored safely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before it needs to be discarded.
Never use any medicine that has expired.
Discard any remaining medicine after your dose is given.
Please ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist how to discard unused medicines safely.
Change the location of the injection each time. Choose a location at least 1 inch from the last injection.
Drink plenty of water while on this medicine.
If you miss a dose, contact your doctor for instructions.
Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.
Tell your doctor if symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.
Talk to your doctor before taking other medicines, including aspirins and ibuprofen containing products. Speak to your doctor about which medicines are safe to use while you are on this medicine.
Keep using this medicine for the full number of days that it is prescribed. Do not stop the medicine even if you start to feel better.
Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Some patients taking this medicine have experienced serious side effects. Please speak with your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
Please check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
Contact your doctor if you notice a change in the amount or darkening of your urine.
Wash your hands often and avoid close contact with people with infections such as colds and flu.
Speak with your health care provider before receiving any vaccinations.
Please tell your doctor if you have moderate to severe diarrhea while on this medicine. Do not treat the diarrhea with over-the-counter diarrhea medicine.
This medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.
This medicine can hurt a new baby in the womb. If you become pregnant while on this medicine, tell your doctor immediately. Your doctor may switch you to a different medicine.
Call your doctor right away if you get chest pain, trouble seeing, hearing problems, ringing in the ears, memory loss, or severe dizziness.
Ask your pharmacist how to properly throw away used needles or syringes.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- decreased appetite
- pain, redness, swelling near injection
- nausea and vomiting
- stomach upset or abdominal pain
- yeast infection of mouth
- vaginal itching or yeast infection
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- loss of balance
- bleeding or bruising
- cough that does not go away
- severe, watery or bloody diarrhea
- dizziness
- ear problems (ringing in the ears, hearing loss)
- swelling of the face, mouth, tongue or throat
- fever
- numbness or tingling in hands and feet
- headaches
- hearing loss
- fast or irregular heart beats
- signs of kidney damage (such as change in urine color or bubbly urine)
- muscle weakness
- red, burning, or itchy skin
- shortness of breath
- unusual or unexplained tiredness or weakness
- blurring or changes of vision
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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