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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:40 PM IST
Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml is used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory system (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. It contains Azithromycin, which stops the growth of bacteria. It may cause some common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml is an antibiotic. It is used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory system (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml should only be taken if advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be consumed at a fixed time for the best results. Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml should not be consumed more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. Also, the course should be completed even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml are diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. An allergic reaction such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems, muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). You should consult a doctor if you have had diarrhoea for more than four days. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml harms the baby or passes into breast milk during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Contacting a doctor before using Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is better. Avoid too much exposure to sunlight as Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml can make your skin sensitive to sunburn. In this case, it is advisable to wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Uses of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml

Treatment of bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria by preventing the production of proteins required by the bacteria for its survival. It prevents and treats bacterial infections like throat and sinus infections, chest infections (like bronchitis and pneumonia), ear infections, mouth and dental infections, eye infections, skin and tissue infections (like acne), and stomach and intestinal infections. It is better tolerated and has more effective tissue penetration than other similar antibiotics like erythromycin. Doctors prescribe Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml for people who are intolerant to penicillin antibiotics. Besides this, it also helps prevent infection following burns, surgery or dental procedures, sexually transmitted infections, bone infections or scarlet fever (bacterial illness with strep throat).

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml

  • Diarrhoea

  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)

  • Stomach cramps

  • Loss of appetite

  • Bloating

  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have liver problems (jaundice), muscle problems (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), or electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level). In rare cases, the use of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml and call your doctor. However, do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine until your doctor tells you. It is unknown whether Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml harms the baby during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml. Do not take Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml if allergic to azithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics. Inform the doctor if you are using cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins like simvastatin, lovastatin etc.), anti-gout or anti-arthritis drugs (colchicine) and medicine for treating overactive bladder (tolterodine). Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml is not recommended for the patients with pneumonia who are judged to be inappropriate for oral therapy due to moderate to severe illness or risk factors.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml have interactions with anti-nausea pills (domperidone), mental health pills (pimozide, amisulpride), anti-migraine medicines (ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), anti-cholesterol pills (simvastatin), bladder weakness medicine (tolterodine) and anti-gout/arthritis medicine (colchicine). Taking these drugs with Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml may cause serious side effects.

Drug-Food Interactions: No relevant drug-food interaction found with Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml. As a precautionary measure, the consumption of alcoholic beverages should be avoided as it may lead to drowsiness and dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml should not be given to people with liver problems, muscle problem (myasthenia gravis), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), electrolyte imbalance (low potassium or magnesium level) and colitis (inflammation of the intestine).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DOMPERIDONE
  • PIMOZIDE
  • AMISULPRIDE
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • TOLTERODINE
  • COLCHICINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.

  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.

  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml.

  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml in fighting off infections.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms, commonly spherical, rod-shaped, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. A few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can be more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

There is insufficient information available about the use of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml during pregnancy. Therefore you should not use Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml during pregnancy unless explicitly advised by your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml is partially passed through the mother’s milk, therefore it should not be used if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

There are no data available about the influence of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml on the ability to drive or operate machines. However, Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml may cause dizziness and seizures so make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

You should tell your doctor if you have liver problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Kidney

Caution

You should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems as your doctor may need to alter the normal dose.

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Children

Caution

Safety and effectiveness in the treatment of patients under 6 months of age have not been established. So, it is not recommended for children less than 6 months of age. However, if the doctor has prescribed for the children more than 6 months Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml can be used.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Jagathambal Street 600011 Chennai Tamil Nadu - India
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FAQs

Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml is used to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (like pneumonia, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and sinusitis), skin infections (like acne and rosacea), ear infections, and sexually transmitted infections. It works by killing the harmful bacteria.
Do not take antacids that contain aluminium or magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours before or after you take Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml. These antacids can interact with Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml and make them less effective when taken at the same time.
Never stop the treatment with Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml on your own as the infection may come back again (relapse) if the prescribed treatment is not completely taken. Before stopping Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml once discuss this with your doctor.
If you forget to take Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml, take your dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip that dose and take the next one when it is due. If in doubt, please contact your doctor. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose
Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml can cause diarrhoea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhoea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhoea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
You should avoid taking Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml if you have colitis (intestine inflammation), heart rhythm disorder, liver disease (like jaundice), and muscle problem (like myasthenia gravis). Contact your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml.
No, it is a Schedule H drug that can be taken only if your doctor has prescribed it. Taking it on your own or self-medication can cause unwanted side-effects and lead to antibiotic resistance thereby lowering its efficiency.
Yes in some cases, people using Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml may get a fungal skin infection known as thrush. It happens because Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml also kills harmless bacteria that protects against thrush.
Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml is an effective antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. It has a broad spectrum of anti-bacterial activity and is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml can be taken with or without food.
Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. In some cases, the use of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml can cause diarrhoea, so if you have watery or bloody diarrhoea, stop taking Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml and call your doctor.
Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml may interact with anti-emetics, neuroleptics, migraine medicines, statins, anticholinergics and anti-gout medicines. Before starting Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml, let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines to prevent interactions.
Store Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml at room temperature, in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Winthrozin-XL 100 Oral Suspension 30 ml include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Please consult the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

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