Saltum Kid Tablet DT
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Product introduction
Saltum Kid Tablet DT helps the body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections like upper respiratory tract infections, otitis media (ear infection), and tonsillitis. It also helps treat lower respiratory tract infections, including pneumonia, gonorrhea, and urinary tract infections.
Saltum Kid Tablet DT 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 remember to take it.
The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of Saltum Kid Tablet DT 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 rash, vomiting, 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 Saltum Tablet DT
Benefits of Saltum Tablet DT
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Saltum Kid Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used for bacterial infections of the urinary tract and ear (otitis media) and 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; doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Saltum Tablet DT
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 Saltum
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Itching
- Enterocolitis
- Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
How to use Saltum Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Saltum Kid Tablet DT may be taken with or without food.
How Saltum Tablet DT works
Saltum Kid Tablet DT is a combination of two medicines: ampicillin and sulbactam. Ampicillin kills bacteria by preventing them from building a protective cell wall, which is essential for their survival. Sulbactam helps by blocking bacterial enzymes that can make some bacteria resistant to ampicillin. This combination makes the antibiotic more effective in treating infections like respiratory, urinary, and skin infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Saltum Kid Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Saltum Kid Tablet DT may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Saltum Kid Tablet DT alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Saltum Kid Tablet DT in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Saltum Kid Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Saltum Tablet DT?
If you miss a dose of Saltum Kid Tablet DT, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Saltum Kid Tablet DT
₹29.4/Tablet DT
Sultapro-Kid Tablet DT
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Quick tips
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Discontinue Saltum Kid Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of your face and mouth, or difficulty breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Penicillin
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Ampicillin & Sulbactam ester compound
Interaction with drugs
Taking Saltum with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Co-administration may cause a reduction in blood levels of St
Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Co-administration may cause a reduction in blood levels of Ka
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Sultamicillin tosilate may reduce blood levels of Amikacin if your kidney function is severely impaired.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Saltum Kid Tablet DT safe?
Saltum Kid Tablet DT 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 Saltum Kid Tablet DT?
If you forget a dose of Saltum Kid Tablet DT, 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 Saltum Kid Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Saltum Kid Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that 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 Saltum Kid Tablet DT when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Saltum Kid Tablet DT without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. If you stop using Saltum Kid Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Continue taking Saltum Kid Tablet DT in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.
Who should not use Saltum Kid Tablet DT?
Use of Saltum Kid Tablet DT should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Saltum Kid Tablet DT or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Saltum Kid Tablet DT for the first time, consult your doctor.
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- Sultamicillin tosilate [Prescribing Information]. Haridwar, UK: Torrent Pharmaceutical Ltd.; 2022. [Accessed 11/03/2025] (online) Available from:
- Sultamicillin tosilate [pfizer Label]. Makati City, Metro Manila: Pfizer, Inc.; 2019. [Accessed 11/03/2025] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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