Sultabactum 375 Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)

Sultabactum 375 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps the body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the urinary tract and ear (otitis media), as well as gonorrhea. It will not work for viral infections such as the common cold or flu.

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Sultamicillin tosilate (375mg)

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Product introduction

Sultabactum 375 Tablet may be taken with or without 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 vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor.

Uses of Sultabactum Tablet

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Sultabactum Tablet

Bacterial infections
Sultabactum 375 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is effective for bacterial infections of the urinary tract and ear (otitis media), as well as gonorrhea. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Sultabactum 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 Sultabactum

Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Sultabactum 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. Sultabactum 375 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Sultabactum Tablet works

Sultabactum 375 Tablet is a double ester of sulbactam plus ampicillin. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering. It has enhanced activity against bacteria and less antibiotic resistance.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Sultabactum 375 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.
It can be taken with or without food or as directed by your doctor.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Discontinue Sultabactum 375 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

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Sultabactum 375 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sultabactum 375 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sultabactum 375 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Sultabactum 375 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Sultabactum 375 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Sultabactum 375 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sultabactum 375 Tablet safe?

Sultabactum 375 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to take a dose of Sultabactum 375 Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Sultabactum 375 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Can the use of Sultabactum 375 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Sultabactum 375 Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If you experience severe diarrhea, inform your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking Sultabactum 375 Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Sultabactum 375 Tablet without talking to your doctor even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Sultabactum 375 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Sultabactum 375 Tablet in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

Who should not use Sultabactum 375 Tablet?

Use of Sultabactum 375 Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Sultabactum 375 Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Sultabactum 375 Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Penicillin

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Ampicillin & Sulbactam ester compound

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

PubChem. Sultamicillin tosilate. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Sultabactum 375 Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Sultabactum Tablet

Benefits of Sultabactum Tablet

Side effects of Sultabactum Tablet

How to use Sultabactum Tablet

How Sultabactum Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Sultabactum 375 Tablet safe?

What if I forget to take a dose of Sultabactum 375 Tablet?

Can the use of Sultabactum 375 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Can I stop taking Sultabactum 375 Tablet when I feel better?

Who should not use Sultabactum 375 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

User feedback

Patients taking Sultabactum 375 Tablet

How much was the improvement?

What were the side-effects while using Sultabactum 375 Tablet?

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

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