Walamycin Suspension

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:02 AM (IST)

Walamycin Suspension is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat certain types of serious bacterial infections of the stomach or intestines, which are not responding to other antibiotics. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.

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General Information

Contains

Colistin Sulphate (12.5mg)

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Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Walamycin Suspension may be taken with or without food. The dose depends on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the full course, even if you feel better. If you stop taking it early, the infection may worsen or come back.

Some people may develop side effects like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Occasionally, kidney damage has been seen in some people. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor kidney function and the level of the medicine in your blood.

Uses of Walamycin Oral Suspension

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Walamycin Oral Suspension

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Walamycin Suspension is an antibiotic that is used to treat certain bacterial infections such as stomach and intestinal infections. It works by killing bacteria causing infections. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Walamycin Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Walamycin

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Kidney damage

How to use Walamycin Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Walamycin Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Walamycin Oral Suspension works

Walamycin Suspension is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.

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Quick tips

Walamycin Suspension is an antibiotic that is taken orally to treat infections of stomach or intestines.
It may also be used to kill the natural bacteria that are present in the stomach before surgery on the stomach.
Do not use it for any other types of bacterial infections.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Walamycin Suspension does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Walamycin Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Walamycin Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Walamycin Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Walamycin Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Walamycin Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Walamycin Suspension in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is Walamycin Suspension effective?

Walamycin Suspension 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 Walamycin Suspension too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Walamycin Suspension?

Before taking Walamycin Suspension, you must tell your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your kidneys or liver. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

What if I forget to take a dose of Walamycin Suspension?

If you forget a dose of Walamycin Suspension, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Who should not use Walamycin Suspension?

Use of Walamycin Suspension should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Walamycin Suspension or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Walamycin Suspension for the first time, consult your doctor.

Can I take Walamycin Suspension in pregnancy?

Enough evidence is not available to provide clarity on the use of Walamycin Suspension in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Walamycin Suspension. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

Is Walamycin Suspension safe?

Walamycin Suspension is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Is Walamycin Suspension effective?

What if I forget to take a dose of Walamycin Suspension?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cyclic polypeptide

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Cell membrane active agent

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

Colistin sulphate. Rochester: JHP Pharmaceuticals. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Walamycin Suspension

Thrice A Day

50%

Twice A Day

42%

Once A Day

Alternate Day

Four Times A Day

What are you using Walamycin Oral Suspension for?

Bacterial infections

67%

Others

22%

Serious bacterial infections

11%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Walamycin Suspension?

Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

100%

How do you take Walamycin Oral Suspension?

With food

100%

Patient concerns

My baby is 4 month he is safer for dairea Dr. Rx walamycin 12.5 but dose not consult so please give me a doses chart

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

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Walamycin Suspension

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Walamycin Oral Suspension

Benefits of Walamycin Oral Suspension

Side effects of Walamycin Oral Suspension

How to use Walamycin Oral Suspension

How Walamycin Oral Suspension works

All substitutes for Walamycin Suspension

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Colate 12.5mg Oral Suspension

Colitas 12.5mg Oral Suspension

Coligram 12.5mg Oral Suspension

Colistol 12.5mg Oral Suspension

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Walamycin Suspension effective?

What should I tell my doctor before taking Walamycin Suspension?

What if I forget to take a dose of Walamycin Suspension?

Who should not use Walamycin Suspension?

Can I take Walamycin Suspension in pregnancy?

Is Walamycin Suspension safe?

Is Walamycin Suspension effective?

What if I forget to take a dose of Walamycin Suspension?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

User feedback

Patients taking Walamycin Suspension

What are you using Walamycin Oral Suspension for?

How much was the improvement?

What were the side-effects while using Walamycin Suspension?

How do you take Walamycin Oral Suspension?

Patient concerns

My baby is 4 month he is safer for dairea Dr. Rx walamycin 12.5 but dose not consult so please give me a doses chart

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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