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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Walamycin Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the stomach, bowel, and intestines of children. It contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections. Give It to your child as prescribed by the doctor. This medication may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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Synonym :

COLISTIN, POLYMYXIN E, COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM, COLISTIN SODIUM METHANESULFONATE

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Walamycin Suspension

Walamycin Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the stomach, bowel, and intestines of children.  Bacterial infection is a condition when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Walamycin Suspension contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections.

Give Walamycin Suspension to your child as prescribed by the doctor. Walamycin Suspension may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and stomach upset. Most of these side effects of Walamycin Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If your child is allergic to Colistin Sulpate or any other medicines, please tell the doctor. Walamycin Suspension should be used only in doses prescribed by a doctor for children. You are recommended to complete the full course of Walamycin Suspension as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better after a few days.

Uses of Walamycin Suspension

Treatment of the Bacterial infections of the stomach, bowel and intestines and Diarrhoea

Directions for Use

Give this medicine to children as advised by the doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Shake the bottle well to loosen the powder. Twist open the enclosed plastic ampoule containing sterile water and add to the ring mark on the bottle to reconstitute the powder. Shake well. If required, adjust the volume to the ring mark with the remaining quantity of sterile water and shake well. Discard the remaining sterile water after reconstitution. Store the reconstituted suspension below 15°C and use it within 7 days of reconstitution.

Medicinal Benefits

Walamycin Suspension belongs to the class of medications called antibiotics. It is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestines caused by gram-negative bacteria. Walamycin Suspension contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections. Also, it acts as an antidiarrhoeal and is used to treat infectious diarrhoea (infection of the intestines that causes bloody diarrhoea).

How Walamycin Suspension Works

Walamycin Suspension contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Walamycin Suspension

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Stomach upset

What if I have taken an overdose of Walamycin Suspension

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects such as numbness and tingling, extreme tiredness, confusion, dizziness, loss of balance and coordination, rapid, uncontrolled eye movements, difficulty speaking, slow, shallow, or difficult breathing, and decreased urination. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Walamycin Suspension, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital.

Drug Warnings

If your child is allergic to Colistin Sulphate or any other medicines, please tell the doctor. Walamycin Suspension should be used in children only in doses as prescribed by a doctor. You are recommended to complete the full course of Walamycin Suspension as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better after a few days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ColistinBCG vaccine
Critical
ColistinGentamicin
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ColistinBCG vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml along with BCG vaccine can reduce the treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Walamycin Suspension 30 ml with BCG vaccine is avoided as it may lead to an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
ColistinGentamicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml with Gentamicin can increase the levels and risk of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Gentamicin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience weight gain or loss suddenly, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, call your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinNeomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Combining Walamycin Suspension 30 ml with Neomycin can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Neomycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience an upset stomach, Rash, Dizziness, or Fever, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinAtracurium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Atracurium with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml can increase the risk of Atracurium side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Atracurium, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience an upset stomach, rash, dizziness, slurred speech, or fever, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinRocuronium bromide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Rocuronium bromide with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml may increase the side effects of Rocuronium bromide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Rocuronium bromide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience an upset stomach, Rash, Dizziness, or Fever, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinTenofovir alafenamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Combining Walamycin Suspension 30 ml with Tenofovir alafenamide may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Tenofovir alafenamide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience an upset stomach, rash, dizziness, or fever. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinStreptomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Streptomycin with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Streptomycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience shortness of breath, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml with Everolimus can increase the risk of developing kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Everolimus, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, or weakness, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColistinTobramycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Tobramycin with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml can increase the blood levels and risk of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Tobramycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience, shortness of breath, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColistinKanamycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Walamycin Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml with Kanamycin can increase the level and risk of Walamycin Suspension 30 ml side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Walamycin Suspension 30 ml and Kanamycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience shortness of breath, swelling, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations call your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Give probiotics after completing the full course to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. 
  • Make sure your child drinks plenty of water or other fluids every day.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Walamycin Suspension Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Coligyl Dry Syrup 30 ml

    1.98per tablet
  • COLISTOP SUSPENSION 30ML

    2.16per tablet
  • Coligyl-DS Suspension 30 ml

    2.90per tablet
  • Pedcol 12.5mg Dry Syrup

    7.51per tablet
  • GD Safe 12.5mg Syrup

    1.52per tablet
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If your child is suffering from liver disease, inform your doctor before using Walamycin Suspension.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If your child is suffering from kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Walamycin Suspension.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Walamycin Suspension should be used for children in dose and duration as the doctor advises.

FAQs

Walamycin Suspension is used in the treatment of bacterial infections in the stomach, bowel, and intestines of children.
Walamycin Suspension contains Colistin Sulphate, which works by damaging bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and helps to treat bacterial infections.
You are not recommended to stop giving Walamycin Suspension to your child without consulting the doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, use Walamycin Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if your child experiences any difficulty while taking Walamycin Suspension, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., 3rd Floor, Dempo Trade Centre Bldg., Patto Plaza, EDC Complex, Panaji 403001, Goa, India.
Other Info - WAL0002

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