Coutim 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Coutim Benefits & Uses

Coutim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Coutim 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Coutim Related Warnings

Is the use of Coutim safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Coutim safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Coutim. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Coutim on the Kidneys?

Coutim rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Coutim on the Liver?

Coutim has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Coutim on the Heart?

Coutim has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Coutim with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Coutim Contraindications

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

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Coutim

Is this Coutim habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Coutim. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Coutim, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Coutim can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Coutim is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Coutim is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Coutim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coutim

Taking Coutim with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Coutim

Taking Coutim with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Coutim

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Coutim for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Coutim for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Coutim safe?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Coutim is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Coutim with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Coutim 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 together.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Coutim for pseudomonas infection?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can take Coutim for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Coutim. Please consult your doctor before taking Coutim for the above-mentioned infection.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the foods to be avoided when taking Coutim?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Coutim along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Coutim with calcium-rich foods.