Anthropometric Measurements as Predictors of Low Birth Weight Among Tanzanian Neonates: A Hospital-Based Study
November 7, 2025
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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Leucomycin A1, Katasamycin, Kitasamycine, Ayermycin, Stereomycine, Syneptine
Class :
Antibiotics/macrolides
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Leucomycin A1, Katasamycin, Kitasamycine, Ayermycin, Stereomycine, Syneptine
Class :
Antibiotics/macrolides
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Dry suspensionÂ
CapsulesÂ
Granules Â
TabletsÂ
100mgÂ
Indications: it is indicated for use in the treatment of Pneumonia, tonsilitis, gonorrhea, otitis media, pertussis, bronchitis, etc.Â
Indications: it is indicated for use in the treatment of Pneumonia, tonsilitis, gonorrhea, otitis media, pertussis, bronchitis, etc.
Data not availableÂ
Refer to adult dosingÂ
the serum levels of abemaciclib may be increased
the serum levels of acenocoumarol may be increased
the serum levels of acetyldigitoxin may be increased
the serum levels of alectinib may be increased
the rate of metabolism of alfuzosin may be reduced
the serum levels of alprazolam may be increased
the risk of methemoglobinemia can be increased
the serum levels of amiodarone may increased
the rate of metabolism of aripiprazole may be reduced
the therapeutic activity of BCG vaccine may be reduced
the risk of methemoglobinemia may be increased
the risk of methemoglobinemia may be increased
the serum levels of bosutinib may be increased
the rate of metabolism of bromotheophylline may be reduced
the risk of methemoglobinemia may be increased
the risk of methemoglobinemia may be increased
the rate of metabolism of cephalexin may be reduced
the risk of methemoglobinemia may be increased
the risk of methemoglobinemia may be increased
the serum levels of Clomipramine may be increased
the serum levels of cobimetinib may be increased
Actions and spectrum:Â
Actions:Â
Kitasamycin prevents the growth of bacteria by inhibiting protein synthesisÂ
Spectrum of activity:Â
It is beneficial for treating skin, gastrointestinal, and respiratory infections in both humans and animals due to its wide range of action. The consistent use of kitasamycin in veterinary medicine, especially in livestock farming, can be attributed to its dependable and proven efficacy.Â
Frequency not definedÂ
Pain in the abdomenÂ
NauseaÂ
VomitingÂ
Diarrhea Â
Gastric dysfunctionÂ
Pain in the intestineÂ
Reversible loss of hearingÂ
Pancreatitis
Black Box Warning Â
Special warnings are not available for this drugÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
Hypersensitivity Â
Cardiovascular effectsÂ
Epidermal necrolysisÂ
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
USFDA pregnancy category: Not assignedÂ
Lactation:Â Â
Data about the excretion of drugs into human milk is unknownÂ
Pregnancy category:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.Â
Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:Â
Kitasamycin is a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic isolated from Streptomyces kitasatoensisÂ
Pharmacodynamics:Â
It is a bacteriostatic agent and a wide-spectrum antibiotic with a slow rate of resistanceÂ
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Limited data availableÂ
Administration:Â
To be used as advised by the doctorÂ
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Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: kitasamycin Â
Why do we use kitasamycin?Â
Kitasamycin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in the treatment of disorders of the skin and respiratory system, such as Pneumonia, gonorrhea, osteomyelitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis, scarlatina, otitis media, etc. It is also used to treat infections in broilers and swine.Â
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