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Sultamicillin tosilate

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Sultamicillin tosilate Uses

Sultamicillin tosilate is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of sinuses, urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, abdomen and lungs (pneumonia).

How Sultamicillin tosilate works

Sultamicillin tosilate 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.

Common side effects of Sultamicillin tosilate

Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Rash

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Medicine brands for Sultamicillin tosilate

BactominZuventus Healthcare Ltd

₹489 to ₹6103 variant(s)

MarzonEris Lifesciences Ltd

₹491 to ₹5322 variant(s)

RecontrexEris Lifesciences Ltd

₹4911 variant(s)

Sybil Eris Lifesciences Ltd

₹413 to ₹4391 variant(s)

LeosultaVasu Organics Pvt Ltd

₹4931 variant(s)

SultalicsRelics Pharmaceutical Private Limited

₹4101 variant(s)

SultarexUnimarck Healthcare Ltd

₹4101 variant(s)

SantumSanify Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹3751 variant(s)

SultaclinDesons Therapeutics

₹4001 variant(s)

SultaPark Pharmaceuticals

₹4801 variant(s)

Expert advice for Sultamicillin tosilate

Your doctor has prescribed Sultamicillin tosilate 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 Sultamicillin tosilate and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Frequently asked questions for Sultamicillin tosilate

Sultamicillin tosilate

Q. Is Sultamicillin tosilate safe?

Sultamicillin tosilate 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.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Sultamicillin tosilate?

If you forget a dose of Sultamicillin tosilate, 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.

Q. Can the use of Sultamicillin tosilate cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Sultamicillin tosilate 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.

Q. Can I stop taking Sultamicillin tosilate when I feel better?

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

Q. Who should not use Sultamicillin tosilate?

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