Medicine Details
Costar-DS Dry Syrup
Manufacturer: Esquire Drug House
Salt Composition: Colistin Sulphate (25mg/5ml)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections Costar-DS Dry Syrup 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.
Benefits: 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. Costar-DS Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Description: Costar-DS Dry Syrup 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. Costar-DS Dry Syrup 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.
How to Use: Costar-DS Dry Syrup is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.
Safety Advice: - Alcohol : SAFE - Consuming alcohol with Costar-DS Dry Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Costar-DS Dry Syrup 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 - Costar-DS Dry Syrup 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 - Costar-DS Dry Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Costar-DS Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Costar-DS Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Costar-DS Dry Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If Missed: If you miss a dose of Costar-DS Dry Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Packaging: bottle of 30 ml Oral Suspension
Packaging Type:
Primary Use: Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Side Effects: Diarrhea | Vomiting | Kidney damage
Alcohol Interaction: SAFE
Pregnancy Interaction:
Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Driving Interaction:
Kidney Interaction: CAUTION
Liver Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR