Walamycin DS Suspension

Name: Walamycin DS Suspension
Brand: Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Price: 132.34 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Walamycin DS Suspension is a prescription medicine containing Colistin Sulphate. It is used for bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection. It belongs to the group of medicines called Antibacterial agent.

Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure it with the cup, spoon or dropper supplied. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Walamycin DS Suspension are nausea, metallic taste, loose motions and stomach pain. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Walamycin DS Suspension works.

Uses

Bacterial infection
Gut infection
Skin infection
Dental infection

Benefits

In Bacterial infection: Walamycin DS treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return.
In Gut infection: Walamycin DS clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
In Skin infection: Walamycin DS treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
In Dental infection: Walamycin DS treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.

Side effects

Most side effects of Walamycin DS are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Nausea
Metallic taste
Loose motions
Stomach pain
Headache

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

How to use

Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure it with the cup, spoon or dropper supplied — a kitchen spoon is not an accurate measure. Take it with or just after food. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

How it works

Colistin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingCAUTION: May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.

Warnings & precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

Space the doses evenly and complete the course.
Take tetracyclines with a full glass of water and stay upright for half an hour afterwards.
Never use a leftover antibiotic, or someone else's, for a new illness.

Fact box

Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: Antibiotic
Action class: Antibacterial agent

Interaction with drugs

Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines.
Separate them by a couple of hours.
Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Once opened, use it within the period printed on the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Walamycin DS Suspension.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: WALLACE

Good to know

Common questions

What is Walamycin DS Suspension used for?

Walamycin DS Suspension is commonly used for bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Walamycin DS Suspension?

Bacterial infection: Walamycin DS treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return. It is also used for gut infection, skin infection, dental infection.

What is the salt in Walamycin DS Suspension?

Walamycin DS Suspension contains Colistin Sulphate. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Walamycin DS Suspension?

Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure it with the cup, spoon or dropper supplied — a kitchen spoon is not an accurate measure. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Walamycin DS Suspension work?

Colistin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.

Is Walamycin DS Suspension a prescription medicine?

Yes. Walamycin DS Suspension is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Walamycin DS Suspension?

The side effects reported most often with Walamycin DS are Nausea, Metallic taste, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Headache. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Walamycin DS Suspension be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Walamycin DS Suspension in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Walamycin DS.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Walamycin DS Suspension?

No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Walamycin DS Suspension.

What if I miss a dose of Walamycin DS Suspension?

Take it as soon as you remember.

Is Walamycin DS Suspension habit forming?

No. Walamycin DS Suspension is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Walamycin DS Suspension cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Walamycin DS Suspension starts at ₹132 (MRP ₹139) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in suspension 30ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Walamycin DS Suspension?

Walamycin DS Suspension is manufactured by WALLACE. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Walamycin DS Suspension delivered?

Walamycin DS Suspension is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.