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Bactum Benefits & Uses

Bactum is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bactum 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bactum Side Effects

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

Bactum Related Warnings

Is the use of Bactum safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Bactum safely.

Safe
Is the use of Bactum safe during breastfeeding?

Bactum is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Bactum on the Kidneys?

Bactum rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Bactum on the Liver?

Bactum is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Bactum on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Bactum for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bactum with Other Drugs

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

Bactum Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Bactum

Is this Bactum habit forming or addictive?

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

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Bactum as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Bactum only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Bactum for mental disorders.

No

Bactum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bactum

Taking Bactum with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactum

Information about the interaction of Bactum and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bactum

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bactum cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Bactum does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Bactum.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Bactum treat UTI?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bactum can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Bactum cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bactum can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bactum cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Bactum does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Bactum is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Bactum a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Bactum is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.