Spiramycin
Uses of Spiramycin
Spiramycin is commonly used to treat Bacterial Infections and Toxoplasmosis.
How Spiramycin Works
Spiramycin is a macrolide which is able to bind to bacterial 50S ribosomal subunits and inhibits the translocation process. This will halt the growth and proliferation of the bacteria cells in our body.
Side Effects of Spiramycin
Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Brief tingling and numb sensation, Heart arrhythmias
Warnings
Kidney Safe If Prescribed
Spiramycin is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.
Alcohol Safe
There is no known interaction between alcohol and Spiramycin when used concomitantly.
Pregnancy Limited Data
Spiramycin has been used to decrease the risk of toxoplasmosis transmission to the foetus. Spiramycin has not been found to have reproductive toxicities and probably safe to be used in pregnant women but risks still cannot be excluded. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Generally Safe
Spiramycin usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Use With Care
Caution use has to be practised in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation Not Advisable
Excretion of Spiramycin has been found in human breast milk and gastrointestinal disorders in the newborn have been reported. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
