Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension

Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension helps in the treatment of bacterial infections. It also helps in the treatment of the urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia).

You must not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Immediately stop using Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension and inform your doctor if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Consult your doctor if you find blood in the stool or if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding must consult the doctor before consuming this drug.

Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, toxic psychosis, convulsions, increased intracranial pressure, metabolic acidosis; Severe overdose, intracranial hypertension, increased pressure, and seizures have occurred.

Avoid undue exposure to direct sunlight or use a sunscreen; take 1 hour before meals, but can take with food to decrease GI upset, finish all medication, do not skip doses; if persistent cough occurs, notify the physician.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Bacterial Infections

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Severe Diarrhea

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Vomiting

• Vertigo

• Confusion

• Convulsions

• Fever

• Chills

• Rash

• Urticaria

• Photosensitivity

• Thrombocytopenia

• Visual Disturbances

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women are advised to consult a doctor before consuming this drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Lactating mothers are advised to take medical help before consuming this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No, the medicine is not habit-forming or addictive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of the dose is needed. If Clcr <50 mL/minute: Avoid the use of Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Relevant information is not available. Please consult to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients with liver impairment.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this medication is about 6 -7 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine is initiated within 1 - 2 hours after its administration.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Yes, you can drive while on this drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, take medical help immediately.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  It is advisable that you do not miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

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Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Being an antibiotic, it works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them. This drug inhibits DNA polymerization in late stages of chromosomal replication.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Using alcohol while taking this drug is not recommended. Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided in such cases.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  False-positive urine glucose with Clinitest®, false increase in urinary VMA will be reported, if the patient is taking Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Decreased effect with antacids containing magnesium, aluminum, or calcium, sucralfate, metal ions and didanosine. Avoid by 2 hours.
  • Increased effect of warfarin.

• Interaction with Food

  Should be administered 1 hour before meals; can administer with food to minimize GI.

• Interaction with Disease

  Use with caution in patients with impaired hepatic or renal function and prepubertal children. It has been shown to cause cartilage degeneration in immature animals. This drug may induce hemolysis in patients with G-6-PD deficiency. Use Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension caution in patients with a seizure disorder.

• Ques : Does Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension effects the psychiatric treatment?

  Ans : It may rarely cause leukopenia. Use caution with clozapine and carbamazepine.

• Ques : Does Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension effects the metal status of the patient?

  Ans : Dizziness and drowsiness are common. It may rarely cause confusion or psychosis.

• Ques : What is Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension all about?

  Ans : Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension is an antibiotic. It is used for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery. It is also used in infection of the urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissue and lungs.

• Ques : How does Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension work?

  Ans : Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. It prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

• Ques : Can the use of Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension cause diarrhea?

  Ans : Yes, the use of this medication can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. This medication also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea.

• Ques : Can I stop taking the Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension when I feel better?

  Ans : It is advised to complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension?

  Ans : This medication should be taken as prescribed by your health care expert.

• Ques : Should I use Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : Take this medication empty stomach or at least 1 hour before meal or consult with your healthcare expert before you take this medication.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Bactomet 300 Mg/200 Mg Suspension?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Keep this medication in a safe place and out of reach of children and pets.