Bacstol 200 Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Active Ingredient	Trimethoprim (200mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Sulfonamides
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Sulphonamides
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	777

FAQ

How long does Bacstol 200 takes to work?

Usually, Bacstol 200 starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can I stop taking Bacstol 200 when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Bacstol 200 and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I don't get better after using Bacstol 200?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

What if you forget to take Bacstol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bacstol 200, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Bacstol 200 Tablet Reviews

Bacstol 200 is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It helps to kill germs (bacteria) that cause various types of infections like infections of the urinary tract and respiratory tract.

Bacstol 200 should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it with food. It is better to have this medicine at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.

Some people may develop side effects like skin rash, vomiting, mouth ulcers, hives (urticaria) and headache. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.

How Bacstol 200 Tablet Works

Bacstol 200 is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

How to Use Bacstol 200 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bacstol 200 is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Bacstol 200 Tablet

In Bacterial infections: Bacstol 200 works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that cause infections of the urinary tract or respiratory tract. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Bacstol 200 Tablet

Bacterial infections

Bacstol 200 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^SAFE

Bacstol 200 does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^CAUTION

Bacstol 200 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bacstol 200 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Bacstol 200 is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Bacstol 200 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bacstol 200 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Bacstol 200 is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Bacstol 200 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Bacstol 200 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.There may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby.

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Bacstol 200 does not cause any harmful side effects.

Quick Tips

Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
Discontinue Bacstol 200 and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Do not take Bacstol 200 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your doctor has prescribed Bacstol 200 to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.

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