Ambistryn-S 1gm Injection (Streptomycin 1gm)

Ambistryn-S 1gm belongs to the group of medicines called ‘anti-tuberculosis’, primarily used to treat and prevent bacterial infections like tuberculosis (TB), pneumonia, influenza, plague and other infections. Tuberculosis is an infectious bacterial disease that mainly affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM does not work against infections caused by the virus.

AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM contains Streptomycin, an antibiotic that prevents the production of an enzyme known as mycolic acids by bacteria essential for the cell wall formation (protective coating). Thereby, bacteria get killed without a cell wall and burst due to disruption in their metabolism. Thus, AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM is effective against a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis) and prevents further infection.

Take Ambistryn-S 1gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience a skin rash, vomiting, nausea, vertigo, fever and dizziness in some cases. Most of these side effects of AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Please inform your doctor before taking AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM as it a pregnancy category D drug if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM may cause nerve problems, fits or optic neuritis (swelling of the optic nerve that may cause vision loss) in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM. If you have diabetes, dehydration, kidney or liver problems, have suffered from psychosis (mental disturbances), inform your doctor before taking AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM.

Bacterial infections

AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM contains Streptomycin, primarily used to treat and prevent bacterial infections like tuberculosis (TB), pneumonia, influenza and plague. It is an antibiotic that prevents the production of an enzyme known as mycolic acids by bacteria essential for cell wall formation (protective coating). Thereby, bacteria get killed without a cell wall and burst due to disruption in their metabolism. Thus, AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM acts against a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis), and prevents further infection.

Ambistryn-S 1gm INJECTION 1GM is available in the form of intramuscular injection. It should be given by a trained professional only. Never self administer. You are advised to take AMBISTRYN S INJECTION 1GM for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Skin rash
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Vertigo
• Fever
• Dizziness