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Bacstol 200 Tablet contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug. It inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation and prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins that carry out bacteria's vital functions.
Bacstol 200 Tablet should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any anaemia (due to folate deficiency), kidney or liver diseases, diabetes, vitamin deficiency (folate or folic acid), blood disorders like bone marrow suppression and G6PD deficiency (a genetic disorder that causes red blood cells to breakdown), mineral imbalances like high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia) or low levels of sodium in the blood, porphyria (a disorder of skin sensitivity to light), and muscle weakness.
Bacstol 200 Tablet can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Bacstol 200 Tablet if you are undergoing any vaccinations.
Take this medication 2-3 hours before or after taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, and laxatives since these products prevent the absorption of Bacstol 200 Tablet . It is also advised to avoid dairy products like milk, yoghurt, and calcium-enriched juice.
Bacstol 200 Tablet can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. Hence it is advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Bacstol 200 Tablet . It is also recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.
It is recommended to complete the course of Bacstol 200 Tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and stopping it midway may lead to recurring infections. Continue taking Bacstol 200 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed to treat your condition effectually.
Alcohol
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Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Bacstol 200 Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects, such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.
Pregnancy
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Bacstol 200 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy since it interferes with folic acid formation, which plays a crucial role in developing the unborn baby's brain and spinal cord. Please consult your doctor before taking Bacstol 200 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
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Bacstol 200 Tablet is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Bacstol 200 Tablet if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
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It is unknown whether Bacstol 200 Tablet affects your ability to drive and operating machinery. Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focussed. If you experience dizziness or fatigue after taking Bacstol 200 Tablet , do not drive or operate any machinery.
Liver
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Bacstol 200 Tablet .
Kidney
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Bacstol 200 Tablet .
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Bacstol 200 Tablet is not recommended to children below 12 years.
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About Bacstol 200 Tablet
Bacstol 200 Tablet belongs to the 'antibacterials' class of drugs, primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, urinary tracts like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder) and respiratory tract. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.
Bacstol 200 Tablet contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug. Trimethoprim is a folic acid inhibitor that inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for developing proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Bacstol 200 Tablet prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.
Like all medicines, Bacstol 200 Tablet also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Bacstol 200 Tablet include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, loss of appetite, changes in taste, and headache. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.
Brief your medical history to doctor before starting Bacstol 200 Tablet . Do not use Bacstol 200 Tablet while having vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Bacstol 200 Tablet may affect vaccines' activity. Bacstol 200 Tablet can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, hence wear sunscreen when you step out. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Bacstol 200 Tablet .
Uses of Bacstol 200 Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Bacstol 200 Tablet contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug that treats bacterial infections of the ear, urinary tracts like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), and respiratory tract. It also helps in treating chest infections and acne. Bacstol 200 Tablet is a folic acid inhibitor and inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Bacstol 200 Tablet prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. Bacstol 200 Tablet is also used to prevent the recurrence of urinary tract infections.
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Side Effects of Bacstol 200 Tablet
Drug Warnings
Older patients may be more prone to side effects when they have a history of hyperkalemia while using Bacstol 200 Tablet . Please inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis treatment since Bacstol 200 Tablet is moderately removed by haemodialysis. Your doctor may schedule the dosage after dialysis. Please undergo an examination to rule out CDAD's chances if you experience diarrhoea following Bacstol 200 Tablet therapy. Let your doctor know if you are undergoing any vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (like typhoid vaccine) since Bacstol 200 Tablet may affect vaccines' activity. Bacstol 200 Tablet may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence wear sunscreen when you step out. Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Bacstol 200 Tablet .
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