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Bactum is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Bactum has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bactum. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Bactum have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Bactum normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bactum is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Bactum's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bactum related warnings section.
The section on Bactum contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Bactum with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Bactum is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Bactum is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Bactum safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Bactum safely.
Is the use of Bactum safe during breastfeeding?
Bactum is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bactum on the Kidneys?
Bactum rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactum on the Liver?
Bactum is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Bactum on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Bactum for the heart.
Bactum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactum habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bactum is addictive.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Bactum only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bactum for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bactum
Taking Bactum with food does not harm your health.
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.
Yes, Bactum can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.
Yes, Bactum is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Yes, Bactum is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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.
Yes, Bactum might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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