Septran C Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)

Septran C Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia, bronchitis), ear, urinary tract, and intestines. It is also used to treat some parasitic infections.

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General Information

Contains

Co-trimoxazole (NA)

Marketer

Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Septran C Tablet works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It may be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, skin rash, and allergic reaction. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests while undergoing treatment with this medicine.

Uses of Septran C Tablet

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Septran C Tablet

Bacterial infections
Septran C Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It kills the bacteria causing the infection and treats your infection. It usually makes you feel better quite quickly. You must continue the treatment as prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Septran C Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Septran C

Nausea
Vomiting
Skin rash
Allergic reaction

How to use Septran C 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. Septran C Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Septran C Tablet works

Septran C Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Septran C Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
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.
Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
Discontinue Septran C Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Septran C Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Septran C Tablet 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

Septran C Tablet 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.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Septran C Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Septran C Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Septran C Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Monitoring of potassium levels is advised in these patients. Use of Septran C Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

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

Frequently asked questions

What if I don't get better after using Septran C Tablet?

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.

Can I stop taking Septran C Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

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

Can the use of Septran C Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Septran C Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea gets severe, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Septran C Tablet takes to work?

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

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Sulfonamides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Sulphonamides

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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User feedback

What were the side-effects while using Septran C Tablet?

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Patient concerns

My son is suffering from cold and fever. I want to give him septran so please advise what would be the appropriate dosage of septran

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Septran is prescription drug and antibiotics with many side effectsThere are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Specific treatment can not be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Please consult Pediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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Marketer details

Name: Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd
Address: A-10, 3rd Floor, Art Guild House, Phoenix Market City Annexe, LBS Marg, Kurla (West), Mumbai - 400070

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Septran C Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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