Bactof 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bactof 400 Tablet Information

Bactof 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Bactof 400 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Bactof 400 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bactof 400 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bactof 400 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Bactof 400 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Bactof 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bactof 400 Tablet related warnings section.

Bactof 400 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bactof 400 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Bactof 400 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Bactof 400 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Bactof 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Bactof 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Bactof 400 Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bactof 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Bactof 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Bactof may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Bactof again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Bactof 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Bactof may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Bactof, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Bactof.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bactof 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Bactof rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bactof 400 Tablet on the Liver?

Bactof may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Bactof 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Bactof on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Bactof 400 Tablet with Other Drugs

Bactof 400 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Bactof 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactof 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Bactof 400 Tablet

Is this Bactof 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Bactof 400 Tablet.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Bactof 400 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bactof 400 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Bactof 400 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Bactof 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bactof 400 Tablet

Bactof 400 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactof 400 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Bactof 400 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Bactof 400 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Bactof with azithromycin?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Bactof with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Bactof without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Bactof is a prescription drug, hence do not take Bactof without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Bactof with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bactof can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bactof contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Bactof does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Bactof with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Bactof along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.