Spectinomycin

Spectinomycin treats an infection called gonorrhea. You may feel pain at the site where this medication is injected.

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  • Other
  • Gonorrhea

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Uses of Spectinomycin

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Spectinomycin is used in the treatment of:

  • Gonorrhea

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Spectinomycin Brand Names

Spectinomycin may be found in some form under the following brand names:

Spectinomycin Drug Class

Spectinomycin is part of the drug class:

Spectinomycin Interactions

This is not a complete list of Spectinomycindrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Spectinomycin Dosage

Take spectinomycin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The Spectinomycin dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):

  • the condition being treated
  • other medical conditions you have
  • other medications you are taking
  • how you respond to this medication
  • your weight
  • your height
  • your age
  • your gender

Spectinomycin is available in the following doses:

  • Spectinomycin 2 G Intramuscular Powder For Injection

Forms of Medication

Spectinomycin is available in the following forms:

  • Injectable Suspension
  • Oral Solution
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