Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet
Prescription RequiredProduct introduction
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and typhoid fever.
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This medicine should be taken on an empty stomach. Use 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. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Uses of Sam AT Tablet
Benefits of Sam AT Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues and typhoid fever. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
How to use Sam AT 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. Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
How Sam AT Tablet works
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
What if you forget to take Sam AT Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
- Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Penicillins
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Extended Spectrum Penicillins
Interaction with drugs
Taking Sam AT with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume P
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ampicillin. Please consult your doctor. Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Cho
Your doctor may monitor your creatinine clearance along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Ampicillin may slow down the removal of Pemetrexed
If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Ampicillin and Chloroquine.
Chloroquine may decrease the absorption of Ampicillin.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Ampicillin may reduce blood levels of Amikacin if your kidney function is severely impaired.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet cause allergic reaction?
Although it is rare but yes, Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Can the use of Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
How long does Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet.
What if I don't get better after using Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Sam AT 2.5mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
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