Eltocin -DS Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. It is effective in most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve the symptoms and cures the infection. Eltocin -DS Tablet is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. It is best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include vomiting, nausea, pain in the abdomen, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if you find these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea

If you miss a dose of Eltocin -DS Tablet, 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.

• Q. Q. Can the use of Eltocin -DS Tablet cause diarrhea??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Eltocin -DS Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
• Q. Q. How long does Eltocin -DS Tablet takes to work??
  Ans: Usually, Eltocin -DS Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
• Q. Q. What if I don't get better after using Eltocin -DS Tablet??
  Ans: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Eltocin -DS Tablet when my symptoms are relieved??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Eltocin -DS Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Eltocin -DS Tablet cause infertility??
  Ans: There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Eltocin -DS Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

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