Saltumax Information

Saltumax is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Saltumax also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Saltumax depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Saltumax include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Saltumax have been listed ahead. These side effects of Saltumax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Saltumax's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Saltumax related warnings talks about Saltumax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Saltumax since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Saltumax contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Saltumax may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Saltumax is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Saltumax Benefits & Uses
Saltumax Dosage & How to Take
Saltumax Side Effects
Saltumax Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Saltumax with Other Drugs
Saltumax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Saltumax
Saltumax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Saltumax Benefits & Uses

Saltumax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Cellulitis
Peritonitis

Saltumax Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Saltumax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Saltumax is used -

Common

Diarrhoea
Stomach Upset

Saltumax Related Warnings

Is the use of Saltumax safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Saltumax without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Saltumax safe during breastfeeding?

Saltumax does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Saltumax on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Saltumax. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Saltumax on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Saltumax on the liver, information on safety of Saltumax for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Saltumax on the Heart?

Information about safety of Saltumax for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Saltumax with Other Drugs

Saltumax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Saltumax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saltumax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Saltumax

Is this Saltumax habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Saltumax is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Saltumax since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Saltumax should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Saltumax cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Saltumax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Saltumax

It is safe to take Saltumax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Saltumax

Consumption of alcohol and Saltumax together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe