Bactum

Prayas Pharmaceuticals

Composition for Bactum Products

Bactum Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Bactum Products

Uses of Bactum Products

Cefuroxime is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, blood, and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.

Bactum Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Bactum are Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reaction, Diarrhea.

How Bactum Products work

Cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Patient Concerns about Bactum Products

Frequently asked questions about Bactum Products

Frequently asked questions about Cefuroxime

Q. How long does Bactum 250mg Tablet take to work?
The amount of time Bactum 250mg Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
Q. How long should you take Bactum 250mg Tablet?
The duration of therapy with Bactum 250mg Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Q. Can Bactum 250mg Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Bactum 250mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Bactum 250mg Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Q. Can Bactum 250mg Tablet treat UTI?
Yes, Bactum 250mg Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.

Products for Bactum

Bactum 250mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
Prayas Pharmaceuticals
MRP
179.6
Not Available

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